Strategic, results-driven marketing and development professional with experience building donor and partner relationships, coordinating events and campaigns, and optimizing marketing programs to drive measurable growth. Skilled in research, communications, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration. Known for improving retention and acquisition through targeted engagement, strengthening community visibility through promotional materials and social media, and supporting fundraising initiatives with thoughtful stewardship and partner coordination.

Emily Wessels

Strategic, results-driven marketing and development professional with experience building donor and partner relationships, coordinating events and campaigns, and optimizing marketing programs to drive measurable growth. Skilled in research, communications, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration. Known for improving retention and acquisition through targeted engagement, strengthening community visibility through promotional materials and social media, and supporting fundraising initiatives with thoughtful stewardship and partner coordination.

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Strategic, results-driven marketing and development professional with experience building donor and partner relationships, coordinating events and campaigns, and optimizing marketing programs to drive measurable growth. Skilled in research, communications, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Known for improving retention and acquisition through targeted engagement, strengthening community visibility through promotional materials and social media, and supporting fundraising initiatives with thoughtful stewardship and partner coordination.

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Work Experience

Senior Development Officer at Sinai Health Foundation
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed and maintained relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and community partners to support fundraising initiatives. Assisted with planning and executing fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship events, and corporate engagement programs. Improved monthly donor retention for the monthly giving program by 2% through targeted engagement strategies. Audited existing fundraising programs and researched and implemented new ideas to increase donations. Represented the Foundation at in-person events to promote the Pay Day Payout program, growing new donors by 10% within the first three months.
Marketing Assistant at Impacto Protective Products
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Supported marketing executives across projects, including writing reports and creating product flyers. Used marketing analytics to gather critical data, communicated with clients, and managed online content.
Marketing Project Coordinator at Quinte Immigration Services
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Implemented brand strategy and executed marketing and fundraising-related programs while preparing activity reports. Collaborated with senior management to manage marketing and fundraising budgets, evaluate strategies, and adapt to organizational needs. Cultivated and managed relationships with corporate, government, and industry partners, coordinating with other departments to ensure partner engagement. Conducted market research, managed social media platforms, and participated in professional development workshops. Managed and grew all social media accounts to increase client engagement year-over-year and support additional government funding. Designed and produced event marketing materials (posters, brochures, business cards) and built community partner relationships to improve service delivery and client satisfaction.
Administrative Assistant at Deerpark Property Management
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Managed maintenance for multiple properties, enforced occupancy rules, and prepared detailed reports for meetings. Negotiated contracts, handled tenant complaints, and ensured timely payments and collections.
Lead Generator at Maxsys Staffing and Consulting
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Developed new business opportunities, qualified prospects, and communicated with potential clients. Maintained data integrity, processed information, and delivered monthly reports on prospective interactions. Coordinated office activities, managed agendas, arranged interviews, and supported efficient operations as office administrator. Submitted weekly reports and job postings.

Education

Marketing Certificate at University of Waterloo
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Degree at Trent University
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Personal Training Certificate at International Sports Sciences Association
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
The Aspire Mentorship Program at The John Howard Society
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Project Management Course at Canadian Marketing Association
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Google Ads Course at The Modern Marketing Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026

Qualifications

Marketing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Personal Training Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Project Management Course
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026
Google Ads Course
January 11, 2030 - August 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Government