Cari Catts

Background

About Cari Catts

Effective and efficient senior-level non-profit professional with 10+ years of experience • Relationship builder with 9+ years of client and grant management experience • Extensive experience and knowledge in challenges and realities of nonprofit organizations • Disciplined and rigorous researcher with strong analytical and critical thinking skills Cari has raised millions of dollars by managing the grants process, stewarding relationships with foundation, corporate, and individual funders, and producing metrics-driven results that prioritize and value the power of connection and storytelling. Direct experience with marketing, promotional materials, fundraising, events, grant writing, team management, education and equity issues, female leadership roles, women in nontraditional careers, homelessness issues, all aspects of theater (acting, directing, costume, scenic design, and electrics). BA in Theater, International Studies, and French with Music minor from Baldwin-Wallace University (formerly Baldwin-Wallace College). Specialties: relationship builder; grant writing/fundraising; engaging communicator; leadership; creative eye; detail-oriented; results-oriented; self-starter/initiative; deadline-driven; strategic vision; project management; data analysis; public speaking; intercultural communication; education issues; youth development; theater performance; French (reading, writing, speaking)