Pamela's signature speech 'A Metamorphoses: Emerging into Executive Leadership' was 'the best keynote we ever had!' -Conference Director for Southern Tier Leadership Summit |
Pamela is a sought-after, nationally published author, speaker, and veteran administrator. She rose through the ranks in higher education, completing her career as a senior-level VP in marketing, fundraising, and enrollment management. Her award-winning work leading high performance teams commands international attention. Say is a phenomenal choice for conference keynotes. She offers in person and virtual training and consulting.
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Key Career Achievements
Pam has led functional areas including board management, strategic planning, fundraising, marketing, communications, public relations, government relations, grant writing, community development, operations management, financial management, and event management.
FinanceDirectly supported the development of institutional budgets ranging from $20 to $76 million. Oversaw individual departmental budgets ranging from $600,000 to several million. Led the acquisition and administration of grants up to $2 million and supported the achievement of a $50 million economic impact. Served as key contributor in the development of a board-level best-in-class institutional dashboard.
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Contract WorkThrough her LLC, Pamela has been hired as a contract CEO for a global digital news startup; conducted a fundraising assessment and full shop reorganization for a major healthcare organization; provided transition, strategic, and fundraising planning for non-profits; and has been hired to deliver leader-manager training to numerous corporations, 501(c)(3) organizations, and educational institutions.
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MarketingOversaw corporate website relaunches, institutional rebrands, analytics and dashboard development, viral PR campaigns, integrated marketing communication plans, social media engagement strategies, leadership communication plans, advertising plans, and more.
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PhilanthropyPersonally raised millions in major gifts; led multi-million-dollar campaigns for scholarships, endowments, and capital projects; built sustainable annual funds; effectively integrated predictive modeling and data analysis; developed employee and trustee giving programs; oversaw planned giving and stewardship departments.
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PublishingProduced three books through traditional publishing contracts including a novel, a children's book, and a fundraising industry text. Self-published two books including a poetry book and a reflective essay. Has written for and been featured in Advancing Philanthropy Magazine, the Chronicle of Philanthropy and the Wiley Journal Fundraising Success. Appeared on blogs and podcasts.
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Speaking and TrainingDelivered over 60 conference keynotes and workshop sessions throughout the United States. Personally wrote, created, and delivered a 12-week, fully digital training program to an international audience. Ranked as a top presenter by multiple conferences. Co-founded Leadership Allegany (an award-winning adult leadership training program). Hired for repeat engagements for various institutes, taught college courses, and served as a leader-in-residence at a University.
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