Marina Smart
Lexington,KY
Summary
Highly organized and dependable candidate with a positive attitude. Adept at effectively managing multiple priorities. Demonstrates a strong willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals. Ambitious worker with a keen focus on contributing to company success and seeking opportunities to learn from established professionals. Eager to take on a challenging position with long-term career potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Marketing & Development Coordinator
Easterseals Bluegrass
11.2024 - Current
- Enhanced donor relationships through personalized communication plans and regular impact updates, resulting in stronger donor retention.
- Developed comprehensive strategic plans to guide the long-term growth and sustainability of key programs, including the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) program.
- Increased fundraising revenue by implementing innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted development campaigns.
- Partnered with senior management to define project scope and direction, creating interdepartmental frameworks to ensure successful execution of organizational initiatives.
Public Affairs Intern
Kentucky Rural Broadband Association
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Created approximately 15 well-organized reports detailing the results of funding efforts, enabling continuous improvement for future broadband expansion projects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legislative trends and attended weekly joint committee meetings to represent the interests of the association's members.
- Built strong relationships with external partners including legislators, executives, and community leaders through consistent networking activities.
- Helped plan and execute 2 annual meetings and board events.
Brand Management Intern
The Hearing and Speech Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Aided in the design of visually appealing messaging that aligned with the brand's identity guidelines.
- Served as an ambassador for the company by networking events and promoting a positive company image.
- Analyzed competitor strategies and identified areas for improvement within the brand's positioning.
- Supported the planning and execution of 2 fundraising events and awareness campaigns for increased brand awareness.
Public Relations Intern
West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Analyzed online presence within the industry to isolate key success points and draft an RFP website update.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with an eye for viral content strategies.
- Edited internal communications materials including 8 newsletters, ensuring consistency in tone, style, and message alignment with company values.
- Developed compelling press releases for successful media coverage and increased awareness.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 08.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communication & Media Studies, Political Science
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY 08.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Murray High School
Murray, KY 08.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
- Strategic communications
- Policy analysis
- Government relations
- Nonprofit Management
- Community Engagement
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
Accomplishments
- Achieved member communication through effectively helping with association and legislation updates.
- Documented industry trends which led to successful rebranding.
- Supervised team of 8 upper-committee members, led an organization of 50+ members.
Honors and Involvement
- 2024 Dean's Honor Award Recipient, Georgetown College
- Chapter President, Phi Mu Delta Eta Executive Council
- Residence Hall Coordinator, Georgetown College
- Harper Gatton Leadership Program, Georgetown College
- Governor's Scholar Program
- Nationally Recognized Speech and Debate Competitor, Murray High School
References
Mr. Tyler Campbell of the Kentucky Rural Broadband Association
(502) 699-2206
Mrs. Marcey Ansley of The Hearing and Speech Center
marcey.ansley@hscky.org
Dr. Susan Dummer of Georgetown College
(502) 542-1208, susan_dummer@georgetowncollege.edu
Timeline
Marketing & Development Coordinator
Easterseals Bluegrass
11.2024 - Current
Master of Public Administration -
University of Kentucky
08.2024 - 05.2026
Public Affairs Intern
Kentucky Rural Broadband Association
05.2023 - 12.2023
Brand Management Intern
The Hearing and Speech Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
Public Relations Intern
West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication & Media Studies, Political Science
Georgetown College
08.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Murray High School
08.2016 - 05.2020
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