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MAKENNA WILSON

Westminster,MD

Summary

Articulate writer with a strong focus on quality and detail, offering extensive experience in policy briefs, research, and social media content creation. Thrives in fast-paced environments, adept at meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of excellence. Passionate team player embracing leadership roles and fostering open communication to enhance collaboration. Accomplished problem solver with a proactive approach, consistently staying one step ahead of challenges, complemented by a solid background in Excel, R, and data analysis.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Americorps VISTA

United Way of the Ocoee Region

Cleveland, TN

08.2025 - Current

Helped find and write $3,500 in grants for Imagination Library
Wrote homelessness prevention policy briefs for city government
Created volunteer management systems and oversaw volunteer recruitment
Assisted with planning and day of logistics for multiple fundraising events including Make a Change Day ($12,700) and the Women United Gala ($290,000).
Oversaw allocation of donated resources ($12,500) to different non-profit organizations in the community
Helped plan multiple community events including Lead United Conference and Day of Action
Created partnerships in the community with school system and hospital to increase Imagination Library program enrollment by 10%

Research Associate Intern

Civic Innovation Center

College Park, MD

10.2021 - 01.2023

Facilitated and oversaw weekly team meetings and staff of 6 interns
Planned and executed virtual and in-person events
Contributed to research projects including annotated bibliography and quarterly newsletter
Developed membership strategies

General Manager

Uber Bagels and Deli

Severna Park, MD

09.2018 - 07.2020

Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance team performance and service quality.
Performed under time constraints and facilitated solutions.
Managed team of twenty plus staff members, fostering leadership skills and succession planning within the organization.
Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.

Political Intern

Eve Hurwitz for Maryland State Senate

Annapolis, MD

11.2017 - 11.2018

Planned and executed campaign events, including fundraisers and candidate meet and greets.
Organized field operations including phone banks and canvassing trips with volunteers.
Drafted policy initiatives and door knocking scripts.
Created and uploaded social media content for Facebook, increased engagement and visibility.
Maintained a high level of communication with campaign staff to coordinate schedules and manage weekly meetings.

Front End Specialist

A.C. Moore