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I’m Sinem Bozbulut Patterson, a fundraising operations and advancement professional with over 20 years of experience in nonprofit and cultural institutions. I specialize in building CRM-driven donor systems, donor tracking, sponsorship management, structured reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with finance and external partners to drive impact.
Recently I’ve expanded into AI language & data training, delivering structured data inputs and stakeholder-aligned communications in fast-paced, remote-project environments. I’m passionate about turning data into compelling storytelling that strengthens communities and supports mission-driven work.
Experience Level
Language
Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Freelance Bilingual AI Tutor - Language Expert at Self-Employed
April 1, 2025 - PresentSupported AI language model training by contributing to Turkish speech-based projects, focusing on natural spoken Turkish, pronunciation clarity, and scenario-based voice recordings for AI systems.
Founder at Başımıza Bir Şey Gelmeyecekse
January 1, 2024 - PresentFounder of a podcast in Italy (Rome), focusing on conversational topics and community building.
Founder at La cantina di Pinkopin
October 1, 2022 - PresentFounder of a Rome-based venture, handling operations and creative direction.
National Manager for Italy at Oy ve Ötesi
April 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025Led the first nationwide organization of 100+ election security volunteers across Italian Turkish embassy/consulate voting locations; built community, trained volunteers, coordinated duties, monitored voting, reported results, and liaised with partner organizations.
Freelance Marketing and Business Development Consultant at Mamut Art Project
October 1, 2018 - August 1, 2025Marketing and business development consultation for art projects; established funding and outreach strategies with partnerships; managed relationships with sponsors.
Freelance Marketing and Business Development Consultant at EkBiçYeİç
September 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018Marketing and business development consulting; led campaigns and stakeholder engagement.
Online Business Development Manager at SALT Online
December 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017Built funding strategy, managed sponsorship communications, prepared donor presentations, negotiated sponsorships, and coordinated with finance/admin; ensured mutual benefits with sponsors.
Freelance Lecturer at Kadir Has University
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2015Prepared and presented modules for the Fundraising Certificate Programme: 'Communication Strategies and PR Activities'.
Corporate Communications & Fundraising Coordinator at GENÇ HAYAT VAKFI
July 1, 2012 - June 1, 2013Created visibility and image campaigns, planned fundraising strategies, managed third-party agency relationships, developed donor channels, and supervised fundraising campaigns.
Project Coordinator at SCC COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS AGENCY
May 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012Developed communication strategies, organized media outreach, PR events, and CSR projects; secured sponsorships and built client relationships.
Corporate Communications and Fundraising Manager at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe (To Life Association)
August 1, 2010 - July 1, 2011Revised corporate identity, established media relations, organized interviews, prepared sponsorship files, budgeting and sponsor presentations; on-site PR in Pakistan.
Fundraising and Marketing Coordinator at AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL TURKEY SECTION
May 1, 2006 - August 1, 2009Developed communication strategy, fundraising infrastructure, brand management; coordinated PR activities and campaigns.
Artist Manager at ANİMA Music Band
January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2007Artist management; involved with the Sony BMG release 'Animasal' in 2006.
Freelancer Press and Public Relations & Corporate Communications Manager at ÇUBUKLU HAYAL KAHVESİ
June 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Organised concerts, negotiated artist deals, managed events, PR activities, and sponsorships.
Public Relations & Corporate Communications Manager at BALANS MUSIC & PERFORMANCEHALL
October 1, 2005 - June 1, 2006Managed media relations and sponsorships; maintained partnerships and PR activities.
Corporate Communications Manager at SHAMAN WORLD MUSIC PRODUCTION
November 1, 2005 - April 1, 2006Created PR infrastructure and sponsorship materials for artists; maintained relationships with organizations.
Public Relations - Fundraising Coordinator at AÇIK RADYO 94.9
December 1, 2004 - September 1, 2005Coordinated fundraising for 100+ radio programs; donor database; events; reporting.
Public Relations - Organisation and Fundraising Specialist at SPECIAL OLYMPICS TURKEY ORGANIZATION
January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2004Fundraising projects, sponsor management, PR activities, budgeting and reports to ED.
Project Coordinator at GREENPEACE MEDITERRANEAN OFFICE
January 1, 1999 - November 1, 2003Scaled donor base from 400 to 8000 within two years; managed the Face to Face fundraising project; team management and NGO partnerships.
NGO Area Organizer at POZİTİF+İKSV - ROCK’N COKE FESTIVAL
June 1, 2003 - October 1, 2003Organized NGO festival area; mapped national/international NGOs; handled logistics.
Organization Assistant at ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT
September 1, 2002 - November 1, 2002Organised seminars/workshops; negotiated with partners; secured resources.
Organization Assistant at ISTANBUL CULTURE AND ARTS FOUNDATION (İKSV)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999Took part in Istanbul Music Festival and Istanbul Jazz Festival events.
Freelance Bilingual AI Tutor - Language Expert at Self-employed / Freelance
April 1, 2025 - PresentSupported AI language model training by contributing to four Turkish speech-based projects, focusing on natural spoken Turkish, pronunciation clarity, and scenario-based voice recordings for AI systems.
Founder at Başımıza Bir Şey Gelmeyecekse Podcast
January 1, 2024 - PresentFounded a Turkish-language podcast in Italy (Rome); responsible for concept development, content creation, production, and audience engagement.
Online Business Development Manager at SAL T Online
December 1, 2013 - August 31, 2017Built fundraising strategy, managed sponsorship communications, donor relations, and prepared sponsor agreements; coordinated with finance and admin.
Freelance Lecturer (Public Speaking/PR) at Kadir Has University
October 1, 2013 - October 31, 2015Delivered modules for the Fundraising Certificate Programme in Communication Strategies and PR Activities.
Corporate Communications and Fundraising Manager at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
August 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011Revised corporate identity, established media relations, wrote press releases, organized interviews, prepared sponsorship files, budgeting and presentations; on-site PR activities in Pakistan.
Freelancer_ PR & Corporate Communications Manager at BALANS MUSIC & PERFORMANCEHALL
October 1, 2005 - June 30, 2006Coordinated media relations, sponsorships, and events management.
Project Coordinator - Fundraising at GREENPEACE MEDITERRANEAN OFFICE
January 1, 1999 - November 30, 2003Managed Face to Face donor program; grew donors from 400 to 8000; led a team of 40; coordinated partnerships.
NGO Area Organizer at POZITIF+IKSV - ROCK’N COKE FESTIVAL
June 1, 2003 - October 31, 2003Organized NGO area; managed field logistics and partnerships for festival.
Organisation Assistant at İSTANBUL CULTURE AND ARTS FOUNDATION (İKSV)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999Participated in the organization of Istanbul Music Festival and Istanbul Jazz Festival.
Fundraising Project Coordinator at Greenpeace Mediterranean
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2005Coordinated donor acquisition operations; increased recurring donor base from 400 to 8,000 within two years. Managed supporter tracking system and produced structured performance reports. Supported campaign evaluation and data monitoring processes.
Fundraising & Marketing Coordinator at Amnesty International Turkey
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010Developed fundraising infrastructure and donor segmentation. Used Salesforce CRM for donor tracking and campaign reporting. Ensured donor database accuracy and structured supporter communications. Coordinated campaign performance monitoring and reporting.
Corporate Communications & Fundraising Manager at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Developed structured sponsorship proposals and donor reporting documentation. Managed budgeting processes and donor-supported project tracking. Coordinated institutional donor communications and reporting requirements.
Freelance Marketing & Business Development Consultant at Mamuta Art Project
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020Developed fundraising strategy and corporate sponsor development. Identified and cultivated corporate sponsors and private donors. Prepared sponsorship files, funding proposals, and impact presentations. Coordinated financial tracking and reporting for sponsored projects. Managed benefit fulfillment and donor communications.
Business Development Manager at Salt Online
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Developed institutional funding strategy and managed sponsorship portfolio. Negotiated sponsorship agreements and coordinated pledge documentation. Worked closely with finance and law departments on reconciliation and reporting processes. Prepared annual institutional presentations and structured funding reports.
AI Language & Data Training Specialist at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - PresentCollaborating on large-scale AI language model training initiatives, contributing native-level Turkish linguistic expertise. Delivering structured data inputs supporting model refinement, contextual accuracy, and performance optimization. Ensuring linguistic integrity, cultural nuance, and consistency across high-volume AI data sets.
Education
Lisans at Anadolu University, Faculty of Fine Art Sculpture Section
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Certificate at Marmara Üniversitesi Faculty of Fine Art Sculpture Section
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Certificate at Devos Institute of Art Management at University of Maryland
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Undergraduate degree in Sculpture (Lisans) at Anadolu University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998Sculpture, Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts at Marmara University
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Distance Learning Certificate: The Cycle - Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations at Devos Institute of Art Management, University of Maryland
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019BA – Fine Arts at DeVos Institute of Arts Management, University of Maryland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019Qualifications
Lisans
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998Certificate
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Certificate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Cycle Certificate: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019BA – Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Government, Travel & Hospitality, Other
Experience Level
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