Maureen J Collins - Quinlivan, MBA

Experience

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  Lynn Academy Of Irish Dance

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2022

  Managing Director

  Grew Academy to 350 students, generating $500,000 of top annual revenues, achieving top 5 World ranking.Increased brand awareness through effective use of social media, live events, and publicity.Team Building and Management: Built resilient team, onboarded qualified candidates, implemented motivational strategies.Customer and Vendor Relations: Cultivated strong relationships, resolved issues, oversaw day-to-day operations.Human Resources: Prepared schedules, ensured optimal employee coverage, conducted periodic performance reviews.Athletic Coaching: Coached winning national/regional teams, world champion individual athletes.Event Coordination: Chaired 20 years of LYNN Academy sponsored Feisanna competitions.Sponsorship and Financial Achievements: Secured $500,000+ in sponsorships for regional and national events.Community Engagement: Adjudicated global competitions, collaborated with FBI to support Irish dance victims of abuse.Chairperson of the North American Irish Dance Championships 5-day eventEnsured the safety of 20,000 spectators and 7,000 competitors through coordination with security and medical teams and responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and event execution.Managed a $1 million budget, including planning, resource allocation, and financial sustainability.Secured 32 hotel contracts, oversaw accommodations, and managed relationships with partners.Led sponsorship activities, negotiating deals and ensuring sponsors received proper visibility.Coordinated 60 workgroups using Microsoft Project, recruiting volunteers, assigning tasks, and optimizing contributions.Maintained effective communication with stakeholders, including participants, sponsors, volunteers, and the local community.Optimized event space through coordination with venue management.Conducted a thorough evaluation, gathering feedback for future improvements. Show less

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  Mastercard

  Feb 2000 - Aug 2004

  Director-Global Key Accounts Financial Planning and Analysis - Customer Group

  Performed financial analysis of complex business strategies including pricing, product and contracting opportunities for MasterCard's top revenue generating banks, and analyzed market trends to determine business growth opportunities.Managed financial model and business case incentive process across functional groups.Created a financial model-tracking database to be utilized internally by customer group and functional groups.Credit Card Project LeadSpearheaded the end-to-end development of a credit card project in China, collaborating closely with local governmental authorities to navigate regulatory landscapes and ensure compliance.Orchestrated and led events aimed at promoting the sponsorship of the credit card within the Asian market, resulting in a significant increase in MasterCard volume and market share.Established and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, financial institutions, and business partners, contributing to the successful implementation of the project.Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and drive sponsorship interest, resulting in a notable expansion of the project's reach and impact in the Asian market.Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify opportunities and challenges, enabling the development of targeted strategies for successful project execution.Collaborated cross-functionally with internal teams, including marketing, legal, and finance, to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and seamless project delivery.Provided regular updates and reports to senior management, highlighting project milestones, performance metrics, and areas for optimization. Show less

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  An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2022

  Global Managing Director and Competition Event Lead

  Oversaw strategic planning and execution of international competitions, ensuring alignment with CLRG's global expansion and brand objectives outside of Ireland.Led a task force to assess and modify the global competition structure for international events. Successfully introduced heat competitions, improving overall format efficiency and ensuring more accurate results at competitions.Served as a CLRG brand ambassador, embodying the organization's values and driving continuous improvement in team performanceLed team business planning, budgeting, and forecasts for North American, Ireland, UK, and Mexican Feisanna competitions.Sponsorship Committee, World Championships of Irish Dancing: Ireland, England, Scotland, USA, and CanadaPlayed a key role in identifying, securing sponsors, and negotiating terms. Successfully contributed to securing over $1MM in sponsorships, ensuring financial stability and growth.Chaired the CLRG Expansion Committee with a multifaceted role in facilitating the growth of Irish dance schools outside of Ireland while maintaining the integrity and standards of the art form including:Led global expansion of Irish dance schools, identifying growth regions and implementing strategic plans. Managed certification programs for teachers and adjudicators, ensuring compliance with standards. Provided comprehensive guidance in business, marketing, finance, and administration to dance schools. Coordinated Feis competitions, ensuring logistical planning, and adherence to CLRG guidelines. Cultivated collaborations with organizations and institutions to promote Irish dance internationally.Implemented marketing strategies through materials, social media, and outreach events. Established and maintained international standards for dance instruction and competitions aligned with CLRG guidelines.Kept stakeholders, including the CLRG board, informed through regular reports and updates. Show less

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  The Condo Queens Karen P Sackstein CPA

  Feb 2017 - Jan 2022

  Non-Profit Audit Lead

  Preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements and audit reports exclusively to Condominium HOA common interest realty associations, 501(c)3 corporations, throughout the state of New Jersey.Supported compliance with regulatory and quality standards through well-executed audits.Facilitated strong lines of communication with property management to actively present audit findings/recommendations.Audited records, procedures and controls to verify compliance with established policies and SOPs.Advise the board of directors on the methods available for funding the association's reserve and deferred maintenance funds. Special project consulting (reserves assessments, financing, insurance proceeds).Assist with accounting for damages caused by natural disasters, including proceeds from insurance claims. Show less

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  Bank of America

  Jan 2022 - now

  Regional Banking and Wealth Management (GWIM) Client Balances - Private Bank Lead