Dawn M. Hicks

Experience

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  Los Angeles Radio Stations - KTWV 94.7 The Wave, KHHT Hot 92 Jams, KMZT KMozart Classical

  Jan 2003 - Jun 2007

  Senior Account Executive
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  Institute of Engineering and Technology

  Jul 2007 - Nov 2009

  Customer Relationship Manager
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  McGraw Hill Engineering

  Nov 2009 - Feb 2012

  Western Region Advertising Sales Account Executive for ENR Publications
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  Salem Media Group

  Feb 2012 - Nov 2013

  Senior Sales Executive KKLA Christian Radio
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  Union Rescue Mission - Los Angeles

  Dec 2013 - Dec 2017

  Major Gifts Officer
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  She Is Hope Realty

  Apr 2016 - now

  Licensed Real Estate Professional

  Building wealth. Creating legacies. Changing lives—one home at a time.Dawn Hicks believes helping buyers and sellers isn’t just her job—it’s her passion. With 20 years of experience as an advertising sales executive, a deep love for nonprofit work with organizations like Union Rescue Mission in Los Angeles’ Skid Row and Foothill Family in Pasadena, and eight years as a dedicated Realtor, Dawn has cultivated a profound understanding of serving others, building meaningful connections, and helping clients create wealth. These experiences have shaped her commitment to ensuring every client feels supported, valued, and empowered throughout their real estate journey. Dawn’s mission is clear: to help her clients win—whether they’re buying their first home, upgrading to their dream property, or selling with confidence. Her dedication goes beyond transactions; it’s about building relationships and leaving a lasting impact.Dawn is thrilled to have joined She Is Hope Realty, aligning her work with a mission-driven organization. A portion of every transaction supports SHE IS HOPE LA, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and educating single mothers to thrive independently. It’s real estate with a purpose!Also, deeply committed to diversity, inclusivity, and community, Dawn believes everyone deserves a seat at the homeownership table. Her goal is not only to work with homeowners who are ready but also to guide and prepare those who aren’t quite there yet.Dawn is certified as an SRES® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist®)—a designation for real estate professionals trained to meet the unique needs of clients aged 50+. Show less

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  Foothill Family

  Apr 2024 - now

  Major Gifts Manager

  Foothill Family empowers children and families to achieve success in relationships, school, and work through community-based services that advance growth and development.As the Major Gifts Manager, I serve as the main point of contact for a portfolio of individual and corporate donors to deepen their relationship and increase their support for the agency and its mission.Responsibilities include:* Implement and manage a comprehensive major gifts program, specializing in stewarding major donors ($5,000+ annually) through the giving pipeline. * Promote consistent financial support and advocacy from donors of Foothill Family.* Actively engage current, lapsed, and prospective donors at the highest levels to increase annual major giving consistently and to secure funds for Foothill Family’s growing programs in the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys.* Develops strategic cultivation and solicitation plans, personalized, proposals, and other high level donor communications. Show less