1. Hannah B. Humphrey
2807 W. Windpointe Dr.
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 472-7107
hbhumphrey@ameritech.net
Objective: To obtain a position where I can continue to write professionally, work with others
and pursue personal growth and career advancement
Writing Background:
Writing: Experience in grant writing, including sourcing grants, research
compilation, and actual grant submissions. Research and write grants for
operational, capacity, and project funding. Implement new programs and projects
to attract and fulfill grant funding goals. Familiar with grant guidelines, deadlines,
and verbiage.
Editing: Editor of two electronic newsletters,an organizational newsletter,
website and social media content and assorted business materials. Experienced in
content editing, proofreading, and copyediting.
Business and Organizational Writing: Developer, designer, writer and editor of
various business and organizational materials, including training manuals,
brochures, advertising copy, and promotional materials.
Media Liaison:Background in media content, including press releases,program
proposals and radio show synopses, as well as media interviews and promotional
content.
Employment History:
Freelance Writer and Business Communication Consultant- 2002 to present
Peoria, IL
Reach target audiences through print and digital media. Create effective and
creative sales campaigns to drive customer traffic.
Grant Writer and Fundraising Coordinator- 2015 to present
Foster Pet Outreach
Research and write grants for operational, capacity, and project funding for a non-
profit animal rescue. Implement new programs and projects to attract and fulfill
grant funding goals. Create fundraising campaigns to attract and retain donors.
Coordinate all aspects of fundraising campaigns including media contact,
interviews and appearances,written and social media communication,
sponsorships, and event promotion.
Store Manager- 2013 to present
Bath & Body Works
Proven ability to drive sales results: increase in sales year over year for three
years. Recruit,retain and develop talent for next level roles.
Store Manager- 2008 to 2013
The Body Shop
Increase in sales year over year for four years. Provided on-site training for four
new store managers at other locations.

2. Assistant Manager- 2006 to 2008
David’s Bridal
Coordinated succesfulin-store bridal show, increased the number of local vendors
by 700% and achieved an increase in attendance by 400%. Implemented new
staff training program to increase consultant productivity
Executive Assistant- 2005 to 2006
Caterpillar, Inc.
Research and write speeches,correspondence,and inter-office memorandums for
the Director of Cat Electronics Sales and Marketing and his team. Coordinate
events and meetings; organize the details of special events, corporate agendas and
itineraries.
Education:
Bradley University: Bachelor of Arts
Major: English, GPA 4.0; Minor: American Studies
Graduated: May 2002; Overall GPA 3.81 Summa Cum Laude
Honors:
Dean’s List: Summa Cum Laude
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Mortar Board Senior Honor Society
Olive B. White Award for Top Senior in Creative Writing
English Department Senior Scholar
Alpha Phi Omega Service Organization Officer: Secretary
Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society Officer: Vice President
Internship:
Alzheimer’s Association of Central Illinois: Marketing and Caregiver Support
Volunteer:
Foster Pet Outreach
Grant Writer
Fundraising Coordinator
Board Member