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Peter Wright

Special Event Director ready to help your organization deliver superb events and experiences

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An accomplished event management and communications expert, I carry a 15+ year professional history of successful special event coordination, social media outreach, and communication strategy development projects. I pride myself on supporting a wide variety of clientele with creative storytelling strategies and a versatile professional skillset for organizing, coordinating, and executing a diverse range of engagements. A selection of my most noteworthy projects include: ● Created multi-approach fundraising initiatives as Senior Development Strategist, resulting in over $100k in donations within one year. ● Developed and executed specialized event plans to organize 200+ weddings, parties, and other engagements in addition to providing entertainment as Master of Ceremonies. ● Connected with national brands such as Ludacris, Toyota Scion, MTV, OurStage, VH1, and The Webby Awards for collaborative features with Sneaky Pete. Connect with me on LinkedIn today to learn more about my skills and abilities.
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Friends of Tenwek
Apr 2012 – Jan 2013
Senior Development Officer
Senior Development OfficerSenior Development Officer Friends of TenwekFriends of Tenwek Apr 2012 - Jan 2013 · 10 mosApr 2012 - Jan 2013 · 10 mos Indian Land, South Carolina Indian Land, South Carolina While working in this capacity, I created strategic communications to support a non-profit fundraising program for the Tenwek Hospital in Bomet, Kenya. I supported fundraising efforts by connecting with potential donors and managing the organizational database. Key highlights of this role include: ● Developed and launched a multi-approach fundraising campaign to successfully net $100k+ in donations within an 8-month timeframe. ● Authored and distributed engaging messages, including quarterly newsletters, social media content, and new member welcome letters.While working in this capacity, I created strategic communications to support a non-profit fundraising program for the Tenwek Hospital in Bomet, Kenya. I supported fundraising efforts by connecting with potential donors and managing the organizational database. Key highlights of this role include: ● Developed and launched a multi-approach fundraising campaign to successfully net $100k+ in donations within an 8-month timeframe. ● Authored and distributed engaging messages, including quarterly newsletters, social media content, and new member welcome letters. Skills: Strategy · Customer Satisfaction · Project Management · Strategic Communications