Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Savannah Waldsorf

Madison,SD

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at Dakota State University Foundation, I excel in problem solving and teamwork. Using my excellent communication skills, I've enhanced donor engagement and helped lead initiatives that surpassed goals. My ability to take on multiple roles highlights my capacity to drive success and foster collaboration.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Leadership Giving Officer

Dakota State University Foundation
08.2024 - Current

· Cultivated and managed relationships with donors, alumni, and sponsors to secure significant gifts for the foundation’s initiatives and programs.

· Utilized donor data and engagement metrics to identify opportunities for continuous giving, new giving, and increased giving.

· Identified, researched, and cultivated a pipeline of donors by utilizing donor databases and alumni networks to target individuals and organizations.

· Developed and executed communication strategies, including personalized donor thank-you notes, phone calls, or emails to keep donors informed and engaged in the foundation’s progress.

· Helped lead and organized fundraising events, such as tailgates, alumni dinners, the concert, and giving day, to build connections and generate significant contributions.

· Helped where it is needed being events, meeting with potential donors, scholarships, and many more to get the foundation team to where we need to be.

Girls Assistant Basketball Coach

Howard Highschool
06.2024 - Current

· Focused on implementing a growth mindset, offering motivational support to enhance player confidence and consistency.

· Collaborated with the head coach to design practice and game strategies everyday.

· Acted as a mentor and positive role model, building a supportive and cohesive team environment through clear communication and leadership.

Trim Cap/Final Assembler

Persona Signs
05.2022 - Current

· Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.

· Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.

· Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues. Disassembled, reassembled and corrected changeover.

Software Developer Intern

Bulldog Media Group
04.2023 - 09.2023

· Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning and applying new technologies, tools, and methodologies as needed throughout the internship period.

· Developed strong problem-solving skills by troubleshooting complex issues during the internship period.

· Collaborated with team members to design, develop, and launch a user-friendly software product.

PCA

Rocky Knoll Health Care Center
10.2017 - 05.2023

· Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.

· Provided extra curricular activities for the patients with bringing them outside, visiting with them, puzzles, and music.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science - Computer Science

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
05-2024

Associate of Software Development - Software Development

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
05-2024

Specialization of Software Engineering - Software Engineering

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
05-2024

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Scheduling and time management
  • Excellent communication
  • Teamwork and leadership
  • Understanding a wide variety of technology and interfaces
  • Innovative thinking

Timeline

Leadership Giving Officer

Dakota State University Foundation
08.2024 - Current

Girls Assistant Basketball Coach

Howard Highschool
06.2024 - Current

Software Developer Intern

Bulldog Media Group
04.2023 - 09.2023

Trim Cap/Final Assembler

Persona Signs
05.2022 - Current

PCA

Rocky Knoll Health Care Center
10.2017 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Computer Science - Computer Science

Dakota State University

Associate of Software Development - Software Development

Dakota State University

Specialization of Software Engineering - Software Engineering

Dakota State University
Savannah Waldsorf