Mary Frances D.

Experience

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  The Frist Center for the Visual Arts

  May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Curatorial Intern

  Assisted lead curators on research, copywriting, and planning for two exhibitions: "Carrie Mae Weems: Three Decades of Photography and Video" and "Sanctity Pictured: The Art of the Dominican and Franciscan Orders in Renaissance Italy."

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  The Jockey Club

  Nov 2012 - Jan 2014

  Brand Ambassador, America's Best Racing

  • Launched a national events-focused millennial marketing campaign promoting world-class thoroughbred horse racing events, including the Kentucky Derby and Breeders Cup;• Produced over 20 influencer and blogger events at key racing events while leading an influencer marketing campaign focused on influencers in the arts, fashion, and music;• Gained national media coverage from NBC, ESPN, Forbes, Huffington Post, and The TODAY Show; • Traveled extensively for live media interviews and on-site exposure. Show less

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  The Hole

  Sept 2014 - Sept 2015

  Account Coordinator

  • Fostered client, press, and artist relations through strategic outreach and communication and assisted sales director on every stage of the sales cycle;• Managed and executed partnership at events;• Developed and implemented comprehensive communications plans, including social and digital media, and national print publications.

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  AAUW

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2018

  • Developed integrated partnerships that generate revenue and support for gender equity through event sponsorship, grant investments, cause marketing, and commercial co-venture activations;• Managed $1.7 million corporate and foundation portfolio through every stage of the fundraising cycle, from new business development to account management and renewals;• Galvanized committee expertise to conceptualize opportunities, deliver results, and dream big.• Sample partners: The Coca-Cola Company, Verizon Wireless, AmazonAAUW empowers women and girls to achieve their full potential in education and the workplace, inspiring female trailblazers on an individual level and advocating internationally to break down systemic barriers to success. Through education, public policy, research, and programs, AAUW is building a diverse pipeline for the next generation of leaders. Show less • Drove full sales cycle to generate revenue and support for gender equity through event sponsorship, advertising sales, exhibitor sales, and commercial co-activations;• Owned sales portfolio through every stage of the cycle, from new business development to account management;• Crafted and delivered fulfillment and impact reports to ensure partner satisfaction and renewals.AAUW empowers women and girls to achieve their full potential in education and the workplace, inspiring female trailblazers on an individual level and advocating internationally to break down systemic barriers to success. Through education, public policy, research, and programs, AAUW is building a diverse pipeline for the next generation of leaders. Show less

  • Manager, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

    Dec 2016 - Aug 2018

  • Account Executive, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

    Sept 2015 - Dec 2016
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  Imagination.

  Oct 2018 - Jul 2020

  Account Executive

  • Manage a client portfolio of B2B, association, and university clients through every stage of the business cycle, from new business to contract renewals; • Create business strategy for clients and ensure client satisfaction, retention, and growth through formal and informal planning meetings; • Serve as client advocate and ensure client satisfaction through every stage of the relationship.• Sample clients: Staples, Georgetown University, AACC, AAJ.

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  Verde Lusso

  Jun 2021 - now

  Founder/Owner

  Verde Lusso is Alabama’s clean beauty retail shopping destination where your desire to shop clean aligns with what we stock on our shelves. With expert guidance and in-person consultations, making the switch to clean beauty has never been easier.