Liz Means, MNM

Experience

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  Goldman Environmental Prize

  Dec 2010 - Aug 2015

  The Goldman Environmental Prize is the world's largest award for grassroots environmental activism. Each year, six awards are distributed to individuals from across the world who have achieved outstanding environmental victories. The Goldman Prize is administered by the Goldman Environmental Foundation, a 501c(3) organization based in San Francisco, California.Key accomplishments:*Grew the Facebook audience from 2,000 to over 500,000 followers*Grew the YouTube audience from 68 to 632 subscribers*Added over 300 archival videos to the GEP YouTube channel*Managed the digitization of all Prize photo and video assets from 1990-2003*Wrote more than 350 blog articles for the Goldman Prize website, reaching an audience of over half a million people*Pioneered a monthly “blog series” program which took a deep look at important and timely issues as they related to the work of the Goldman Prize winners. Topics included conflict palm oil; violence against environmental activists; water wars; environmental racism; and the dark side of ecotourism*Created a complete library of over 260 map templates for the Prize nomination docket *Drafted and sent more than 45 e-newsletters and increased subscriptions nearly 70%Key Responsibilities: *Managed the Goldman Environmental Prize’s social media platforms *Developed relevant and engaging content that drew connections between current events and the work of the Goldman Prize winners*Managed paid advertising campaigns on social media channels to drive exposure and engagement *Edited footage to create in-house videos for social media content*Wrote in-depth weekly blog posts to publish on the Goldman Prize website*Drafted and sent a monthly e-newsletter*Participated in weekly communications meetings to plan the editorial calendar and review analytics*Maintained the Prize photo and video libraries*Assisted in editing the Prize dockets*Managed hotel accommodations, group transportation and provided 24 hour on-site support Show less The Goldman Environmental Prize is the world's largest award for grassroots environmental activism. Key Responsibilities:*Provided administrative support for Deputy Director, program staff and communications team*Served as the primary contact for all Prize tour logistics, including hotel and flight reservations, transportation, meals and excursions*Assisted with preparation of Prize nomination dockets*Assisted Administrator with clerical and financial tasks*Prepared letters, memos and mailings for Prize staff*Responded to general requests from the public*Coordinated catering, set-up, and cleanup for staff, Board and Jury meetings*Posted Prize job position announcements, tracked receipt of resumes, and set up interviews*Monitored and ordered office supplies as needed*Provide other administrative and clerical support as needed Show less

  • Communications Coordinator

    Jul 2011 - Aug 2015

  • Administrative Assistant

    Dec 2010 - Jul 2011
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  Pop Fizz Weddings

  Jul 2014 - Dec 2017

  Owner and Event Producer

  Pop Fizz Weddings is a boutique event planning firm specializing in small, sustainable and affordable weddings and elopements. Learn more at www.popfizzweddings.com Key Responsibilities:*Planned and coordinated all event logistics *Provided on-site event management*Oversaw team of event assistants and vendors*Provided vendor research and relationship management *Offered contract review and negotiations*Social media management, blogging and website design*Created promotional and marketing materials*Recruited potential clients*Provided creative direction, photo styling and theme development*Managed every aspect of events from start to finish Show less

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  Early Childhood Council of Larimer County

  Jun 2018 - now

  This position leads the Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) Program at Early Childhood Council of Larimer County, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Fort Collins, CO. The ECMH Program focuses on three main goals related to enhancing lifelong mental health outcomes in Larimer County: workforce development; public awareness and advocacy; and systems integration.Responsibilities:*Strategic planning, program development, and evaluation: Every five years, participate in a strategic planning process with agency stakeholders to identify gaps in services and establish program priorities; continuously evaluate effectiveness of program activities and assess alignment with ECCLC’s mission, vision and strategic planning goals.*Grant writing and reporting: Research and write grant proposals to support and expand program activities; oversee multiple funding streams and monitor expenditures of program budgets; complete required grant reports; establish and maintain strong donor relationships. *Outreach and advocacy: Assist with development of agency publications including, strategic plans, white papers, annual reports, and other external communications as needed; regularly engage with community stakeholders to promote program goals and objectives; assist with development of branded materials for program activities*Supervision of ECMH Program staff: Oversee workload; set individual and team goals; conduct annual performance reviews; hold regular team meetings.*Participation in ECCLC’s Leadership Team to ensure coordination among all agency functions. Show less This position leads the Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) Program at the Early Childhood Council of Larimer County, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Fort Collins, CO. Formerly known as the Leap Coalition, the ECMH Program focuses on three main goals related to enhancing ECMH in Larimer County: workforce development; public awareness and advocacy; and systems integration.Responsibilities:*Strategic planning, program development, and evaluation*Grant writing and reporting*Outreach and advocacy*Supervision of ECMH Program Associate*Participation in ECCLC’s Leadership Team to ensure coordination among all agency functions. Show less This position coordinates the Leap Coalition, a cross-sector initiative to enhance infant and early childhood mental (IECMH) health services in Larimer County. The Leap Coalition receives backbone support from the Early Childhood Council of Larimer County (ECCLC), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in Fort Collins, CO. Leap’s work focuses on three main goals related to infant and early childhood mental health: workforce development; public awareness and advocacy; and supporting a system of early identification and intervention. Responsibilities: *Coalition Coordination: Coordination of all coalition activities and events, including scheduling, facilitation, and implementation of coalition goals and objectives.*Community collaboration and outreach: Collaborate with diverse community stakeholders to promote the coalition’s goals and objectives, and represent the coalition through professional associations and community meetings locally, statewide and nationally. *Event management: Plan, coordinate, and facilitate professional development training activities related to IECMH, including a large annual event with national keynote speaker, and other networking/resource events as indicated by community need.*Communications and marketing: Develop branded material for all coalition activities and publications (including event flyers, informational brochures, white papers, annual reports, etc); maintained and developed content for the Leap Coalition website and monthly e-newsletter campaign. *Participation in ECCLC’s Leadership Team to ensure coordination among all agency functions. Show less

  • Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)

    Sept 2022 - now

  • Program Director

    Jul 2021 - Sept 2022

  • Program Manager

    Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Coalition Coordinator

    Jun 2018 - Aug 2019