Presented our strategic plan to the Sackville Start Up Week organization in Sackville, NB as a part of a case competition in our Strategic Management course at Mount Allison University.
Presented our strategic plan to the Sackville Start Up Week organization in Sackville, NB as a part of a case competition in our Strategic Management course at Mount Allison University.
10 Last-Minute, Low-Cost Christmas Promotion Strategies For Your Churchunseminary
Christmas is just around the corner and it's a strategically important time of year for churches looking to grow. How should you focus your communications efforts leading up to the big day at your church? Here's a core truth for growing churches when it comes to special days like this:
The majority of guests who attend your Christmas services come because someone invites them; therefore, the majority of your efforts need to encourage people to invite their friends.
Rather than spinning your tires on efforts that have low probability of returns, focus your attention on encouraging people to invite friends. Below is a collection of ways to get the word out about the good things happening at your church this Christmas season — beyond the normal channels of your announcement time and message. Pick a few of the following tactics that you haven't employed before and commit to trying them this year!
1. Shannon Lipe
57 Forestview Drive ▪ Vernon, CT 06066 ▪ Cell: (860)951-8510 ▪ shannonmlipe@gmail.com
Education
Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY 2013-May 2016
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology; International Business Certificate
▪ GPA: 3.87
SIT Study Abroad, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Spring 2015
Culture, Social Change, and Development Program
American University, Washington, D.C. 2012-2013
Coursework in Anthropology and Film and Media Arts
Special Projects/ Relevant Coursework
▪ Visual Literacy course- Created and produced 2 minute PSA for Dr. Hawa Abdi Foundation:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5qoGNvtxaY
▪ Research completed in Vietnam: "Crafting the Future: Examining the History and Preservation of Thanh Ha
Ceramic Village in Central Vietnam"
▪ Ethics of Development, Intervention, and Humanitarian Aid
▪ Macroeconomics/ Microeconomics
▪ Medical Anthropology
Cultural Experience
▪ Spent five months in Vietnam, immersing myself in the culture and learning about the current political and social
issues; lived in a variety of housing, including an extended homestay for a month and independently renting a
house; January 2015- May2015
▪ Traveled independently throughout Cambodia and Thailand for 6 weeks in May/June 2015
▪ Participated in cultural immersion trip to Germany for 3 weeks in Spring 2011; returned alone for 3 weeks in June
2013
Related Experience
Ithaca College Senior Class Cabinet, Elected Give Back Committee Member; August 2015 – Present
▪ Coordinate volunteer opportunities and events for the Ithaca College senior class
▪ Volunteer at on-campus events hosted by the Senior Class Council, such as the Senior Welcome Back BBQ
South Hill Elementary School, Ithaca, NY▪ Kindergarten Assistant; August 2014 – December 2014
▪ Supported Mrs. Stamm, Kindergarten Teacher, with math, reading, and writing skills
▪ Worked one-on-one with struggling students to better understand and practice skills taught during class
▪ Encouraged students to work through problems and exercise patience and focus in work
New Roots Charter School, Ithaca, NY ▪ Videographer Intern; January 2014 – May 2014
▪ Led activities in a High School Videography class that taught basic shooting, lighting, and editing skills
▪ Co-produced PSA videos that showcased the values and mission of the charter school
▪ Ran the school's social media sites, which included creating event pages, controlling what information was
posted, and choosing which photos best illustrated the mission of the school
▪ Co-supervised a Spring Break Program geared towards middle school students which introduced new subjects and
taught critical analysis skills needed for success in high school level classes
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Related Experience (continued)
Greater Ithaca Activities Center, Ithaca, NY ▪ Mentor; September 2013 – December 2013
▪ Tutored children ages 8-11 with homework across all subject areas
▪ Programmed and participated in group activities such as karate, arts and crafts, and soccer
▪ Mentored group of children, encouraging respect, dedication to schoolwork, and good citizenship
National Parks Conservation Association, Washington, D.C. ▪ Development Intern; Oct. 2012 – May 2013
▪ Managed donor accounts and updated current information in the appropriate databases
▪ Provided administrative support as needed, such as preparing materials to be distributed at events
Alpha Phi Omega (Co-Ed Community Service Fraternity), Washington, D.C., Treasurer for Plewa Epsilon pledge class;
January 2013 – May 2013
▪ Organized fundraiser at local restaurant to raise money for pledge class
▪ Volunteered over 20 hours with the organization including: Boy Scouts of America regional event, Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation Brewer's Ball, downtown Washington, D.C. soup kitchen, Rock Creek Park trash pick-up
Freshman Service Experience 2012, Washington, D.C. ▪ American University Orientation; August 2012
▪ Participated in a week long community service program during freshman orientation
▪ Worked with the Shadd Education Center in Washington, D.C., which provides free educational courses for people
in the surrounding low income area
▪ Distributed information material around the area to ensure the widest berth of advertisement
▪ Constructed classrooms to encourage the best learning environment in classes of high numbers
Leadership Experience
Ithaca College Student Anthropological Society, Elected Treasurer; August 2014 – Present
▪ Oversaw club's financial account and handled any reimbursements required
▪ Contributed to preparing material for bi-weekly meetings, helping arrange guest lecturers or off-campus activities
Ithaca College Club Sports Council, Elected Member; August 2015 – Present
▪ Critiqued the current Ithaca College club sports structure and implemented suggested changes
Ithaca College Women's Rugby Club, Member; August 2013 – Present
▪ Actively participated during all team games and events throughout the school year
Surin Elephant Project, Surin, Thailand▪ Volunteer; June 2015
▪ Volunteered one week for the organization at their main elephant park in Surin, helping to clean out enclosure,
chop sugar cane, clean debris out of pond, and sweep stables
▪ Interacted with local mahouts- elephant trainers- encouraging use of non-abusive training methods and created
healthy living conditions for the elephants
▪ Led an English lesson with a group of 1-2nd grade Thai students
Vernon Parks & Recreation, Vernon, CT ▪ Assistant Head Lifeguard; June- August 2011 – 2014
▪ Supervised the Valley Fall's swimming area and other lifeguards at the location
▪ Guarded patrons while they swam, gave first aid when necessary, and answered questions about the site
Vernon Parks & Recreation, Vernon, CT ▪ Assistant Coach for Pee Wee Soccer; August 2008 – 2011
▪ Coached children ages 3-7 in soccer skills, including basic passing, dribbling, and shooting skills
▪ Taught teamwork, cooperation, and good sportsmanship through advancement in proficiency of sport
Skills
▪ Technology: Basic Adobe Photoshop and Premiere proficiency, Microsoft Office
▪ Language: Intermediate/ Advanced Spanish speaking, writing, and reading skills