Katie Levkoff

Experience

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  Regalix

  Jun 2006 - Aug 2006

  Business Development Intern

  •Researched Venture Capitalist funded companies to increase potential client base•Contacted CEOs and CMOs of prospective client companies to broaden B2B relations

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  San Francisco Magazine

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2007

  Editorial and Marketing Intern

  •Assisted with planning, setup, and hosting of Marketing and charity events•Helped with preparation of San Francisco City Guide

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  Christine A. Wheat Special Events Firm, LLC

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2007

  Special Events Intern

  •Assisted with summer wedding event planning and managing

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  Variety

  Aug 2008 - Dec 2008

  Advertising and Editorial Intern

  •Researched advertisers and sponsors for magazine issues, events, and awards focusing on individuals in film industry•Transcribed and conducted bi-lingual interviews and assisted with film reviews•Developed professional interpersonal communication skills by attending high-profile Variety-sponsored events in London, including film premieres, BAFTA Awards, and interviews with actors

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  Meredith Corporation

  Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Executive Assistant - Corporate Marketing

  •Acted as temporary Executive Assistant to three Senior Vice Presidents in Sales & Marketing department of publishing corporation owning largest number of media outlets in America•Developed strong time-management and prioritization skills in high-pressure, fast-paced environment by managing schedules and preparing presentations for three SVPS•Assisted in organization and shooting of Maybelline webisodes "The Broadroom," directed by Candace Bushnell•Assisted current Director of Events with planning and coordination of special events Show less

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  IES Abroad

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2011

  Student Affairs Coordinator

  •Helped manage all aspects of student life including Orientation activities, extracurricular events and programs, emergency situations, and cultural adaptation strategies for 200+ students per semester•Developed strong international interpersonal communication skills and ability to professionally interact with clients, partners, and government officials with heightened cultural awareness

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  Delicious Italy

  Jan 2011 - May 2011

  Editorial & Public Relations Intern

  •Maintained and expanded public relations efforts through social media tools and blogs including: Twitter, Facebook, Paper.li, and Delicious Italy website•Developed significant entrepreneurial experience and strategies through the creation of client proposals and translation of documents for international start-up organization

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  Kasintorn St. Peter

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  English Teacher

  •Taught English to Thai students in grades one through eighth

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  The University of Kansas

  Jun 2012 - Jun 2014

  Graduate Assistant, Student Involvement & Leadership Center

  •Managed six leadership programs for 200+ students, with responsibilities including: marketing, student recruitment, application review, curriculum design, budget maintenance, workshop facilitations, professional outreach, event programming, and student counseling• Acted as an academic coach for Leadership minor students, meeting 4 times per semester to establish goals and monitor progress• Promoted and represented leadership office in giving public presentations, facilitating special events and speakers, and assisting with marketing and promotions• Created and administered pre-­ and post-­assessments and evaluation of SILC leadership programs• Assisted management of curricula on Collegiate Link platform Rock Chalk Central• Actively partnered with Student Affairs departments, including the Emily Taylor Center for Woman and Gender Equity, Office of Multicultural Affairs, LGBTQ Resource Center, Office for Institutional Opportunity & Access, Center for Community Outreach, Student Senate, and academic departments Show less

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  The KU School of Business

  May 2013 - May 2014

  Academic Advising Graduate Intern & BUS 120: Co-Instructor

  •Acted as an Academic Advisor providing individual advising services to 250 School of Business undergraduate students, pre-­‐business, and transfer students in the process and exploration of academic and career goals• Maintained knowledge of all academic programs, educational options, and requirements to provide students with accurate, usable information• Applied knowledge of University resources and referred students when appropriate• Utilized technological resources to advise and assist students, including the KU online degree audit and advising records system, PeopleSoft, Blackboard, and Starfish software• Co-­‐taught a selection of BUS 120: First-­‐Year Business Experience Show less

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  CISabroad - Center for International Studies

  Jun 2014 - May 2015

  Program Coordinator

  • Supervised four on-site Program Directors and built relationships with domestic and international business and university partners• Developed and maintained annual budgets totaling $600,000+ and assisted with invoice processing, financial aid advising, billing inquiries, and collections from students• Advised students on all aspects of study abroad experience before, during, and after program, including academics, finances, immigration, housing, healthcare, extracurricular activities, and cultural adaptation • Promoted and marketed international programs via social media platforms, campus recruitment events, networking conferences, and onsite visits• Advised 100+ clients per season, processed applications and transcripts, and made and facilitated admissions decisions• Maintained relationships to meet minimum 85% client conversion rate using CRM platform to monitor data and communications• Participated in rotation of emergency phone duties for ~315 programs in 21 countries Show less

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  University of South Carolina

  May 2015 - May 2016

  Experiential Education Program Coordinator

  • Coordinated employer site visits designed for growth of business relationships and student career exploration• Implemented Career Center orientations and workshops and co-taught undergraduate professional development course• Managed employer/student mentorship program, Spur Connections, performing benchmarking research and assessment • Handled all aspects of marketing, branding, and outreach for Experiential Education division• Assisted with additional administration needs including special events logistics, presentations, and professional committees Show less

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  University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business

  May 2016 - Apr 2021

  Career Services Manager & Instructor

  • Built relationships with national and local employers, community partners, and faculty to promote career management opportunities and development for business students, focusing on ~1000 Finance, Consulting, and Risk Management & Insurance majors• Developed and delivered innovative career education and recruitment strategies through individual coaching appointments, drop-in hours, internal and external presentations, and teaching 9 sections of required undergraduate professional development course per year• Assisted with all special events and marketing for undergraduate business student initiatives in the Office of Career Management Show less

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  United Way of the Midlands (SC)

  May 2021 - May 2024

  • Design and implement annual leadership giving plan of donors that, along with a major gifts program, meets UWM’s individual giving revenue goals.• Responsible for research, strategy, solicitation, and stewardship of annual gifts from a portfolio of leadership donors.• Manage Direct Marketing efforts for individual giving.• Develop new and varied resources from donors, achieving specified benchmarks and improving relationships.• Lead 15-member Palmetto Society Cabinet composed of leadership donors serving in an advisory capacity to United Way to support recruitment and retention efforts• Managed affiliated young professionals group composed of 300+ donors aged 21-40, meeting sponsorship goals and actively engaging members via volunteering, individual cultivation and stewardship, and coordinated events Show less

  • Director of Individual Philanthropy

    Mar 2024 - May 2024

  • Philanthropy Officer

    May 2021 - Mar 2024
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  SC Quantum

  May 2024 - now

  • Senior Manager of Engagement

    Jan 2025 - now

  • Events Manager

    May 2024 - Dec 2024