Courtney Taylor

COURTNEY ERIN TAYLOR Winter Springs, Florida (407) 758 - 3088 *- EDUCATION MINI-MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.M.B.A.) from Rollins College. Specialization: Team Management & Development Proposal Writing & NON-PROFIT MANAGEMENT (Certificate) from Rollins College. Specialization: Grant Writing & Development BAchelor of aRtS (B.A.) from the University of Central Florida. Specialization: History & Judaic Studies PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE The Toke Over2017 FounderORLANDO, FL Research, write and create all content for the website which is geared toward educating the public on the benefits of cannabis from the perspective of a patient and advocate. Current topics include political regulation, women, health benefits, product review and similar issues. DIRECTOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & GRANTS MANAGEMENT2016 PROJECT YOU BROOKLYN, NY Managed grants, drafted proposals and reported to private foundations, government and corporate sources, stewarded current relationships and developed new prospects. Also worked with leadership on fundraising, board development, recruitment, training and retention. Directed all efforts for rebranding and market positioning, including social media and web presence. Developed new websites and social media accounts, created an improved marketing plan and communicated all efforts to the Board. Planned and prepared fundraising plans, including grant proposals, RFP’s and monthly Giving Days for the annual campaign for 2017 securing several thousand dollars. Identified, cultivated, solicited and stewarded gifts from individual and major donors for annual and sustained giving. DIRECTOR LEGAL AFFAIRS2014 - 2015 CPL. LARRY E. SMEDLEY VIETNAM WAR MUSEUM ORLANDO, FL Communicated complex issues between the Museum and legal counsel in order to administrate efficient execution of existing legal matters including public relations and community presence by preparing subpoenas, depositions and other legal documents in preparation for litigation under the supervision of counsel. Reported to the Museum President and Executive Committee at regular meeting times to keep them apprised of current legal issues, fundraising opportunities and management concerns while serving on the Board of Directors. Researched and prepared proposal applications, presented fundraising options and assisted in the planning of public events. VOLUNTEER SERVICE GRASSROOTS CAMPAIGNS Field Manager: Trained new staff members in canvassing and fundraising skills. Managed team of 3-6 team members in the field fundraising by setting goals for individuals and the team, enforcing accountability of goals and provided motivation. RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE Prepared and served dinner for multiple families residing at the House. LOUISIANA BUCKET BRIGADE Organized and codified emissions data gathered from Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Documented emissions violations emitted from the oil refineries in Louisiana. Participated in LABB’s community outreach in Murphy, LA and the Shell Oil refinery. LOWER NINTH WARD REBUILD Assisted with clean up and rebuilding efforts for post Hurricane Katrina damage in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans, LA. FREEDOM RIDE EQUESTRIAN CENTER Organized and coordinated UCF Equestrian team volunteers to assist children with physical and mental disabilities to utilize equine therapy to supplement their physical therapy and rehabilitation.