Kristine Cohn
Norcross,GA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Forward-thinking Senior Specialist equipped with advanced operational and technical knowledge of Smart Simple. Proven team leader and problem-solver competent in navigating complex situations. Manages assignments, schedules and projects with organized and detail-oriented mindset.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Foundation Specialist
THE HOME DEPOT FOUNDATION
Atlanta, GA
04.2016 - Current
- Grantmaking for variety of nonprofit partners through traditional Team Depot grant program that supports collaboration between stores and their local not-for-profit organizations.
- On average, process more than 65% of grants for the southern division of Team Depot, aiding in $1.2 million dollar increase of funds awarded from 2022 to 2023.
- Solely responsible for grant-making with Volunteer Only program that spans three divisions increased grant applications up 80% from previous year
- Support southern division Team Depot program operations through strategic relationship building, reporting, monthly calls, and online engagement
- Created, developed and launched first required enterprise wide, three course training for more than 2,000 employee captains for Team Depot volunteer program
- As a national training facilitator, oversaw all learning calls, training development, and lead onboarding for all levels of captainship
- Conducted post-project assessments to identify areas for improvement in future of program
- Streamlined communication between team members, resulting in improved coordination and timely completion of projects.
Chair, Limitless ARG
The Home Depot Inc
Atlanta, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Manage complexities in variety of diverse program focus, individual viewpoints, learning styles, and job roles and responsibilities.
- Designed and implemented new projects and initiatives that have positively impacted associates across the country.
- Ability to analyze needs of associates through engagement and direct feedback from post event/program survey growing membership by 1,000% over last year
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community within The Home Depot
Home Depot TV, News Anchor
The Home Depot Inc
Atlanta, GA
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television within Home Depot Intranet.
Donor Database Manager
AGAPE YOUTH & FAMILY CENTER
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Lead recruitment and managed volunteer staffing for fundraising events
- Proposed and streamlined volunteer recruitment processes
- Developed and compiled reports on delivery of data and daily revenue projections.
- Boosted end-user satisfaction significantly by responding promptly to customer feedback, making improvements based on their insights and requirements.
- Maintained trusted vendor relationships in support of quality data initiatives.
Individual Gifts Manager
PIEDMONT PARK CONSERVANCY
Atlanta, GA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Led recruitment strategy to attract and retain volunteers for fundraising events
- Developed, managed and implemented strategies for solicitation that grew annual revenue from individuals, including managing appeal campaigns and online giving initiatives
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Volunteer Resource Manager
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
Denver, CO
08.2003 - 05.2011
- Attracted and employed top tier talent for the company by utilizing resources from allied partners (community groups, foundations and non-profit groups) and promoting diversity in the recruitment process.
- Supervised/built and developed a high performing 1,600+ volunteer program over 9 different sites and more than 1,000 corporate volunteers through various projects.
- Revised the entire program, introducing innovative and efficient processes/systems to streamline.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing requirements, resulting in improved workforce planning and reduced turnover rates.
Education
Business Administration
UNIVERSITY COLORADO AT DENVER
Denver, ColoradoSkills
- Grant Management
- Grant-Making Software (Smart Simple, Raiser's Edge, and GIFTS)
- Strategic Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Process Improvement
- Effective Communicator
- Analytical
- Strategic Thinking
- Community Relations
- Action Oriented
- Drives Results
- Full Project Implementation
Accomplishments
- Recognized by national headquarters for excellence in programming and structure that increased revenue.
- Recipient of The Rock Award for Rocky Mountain Professional Association
Affiliations
- President of a Regional Professional Association
- Member of Metro Atlanta Membership Roundtable
- Member of BGCMD and Mile High United Way Speakers Bureau
Timeline
Chair, Limitless ARG
The Home Depot Inc
02.2023 - Current
Home Depot TV, News Anchor
The Home Depot Inc
01.2021 - 08.2022
Foundation Specialist
THE HOME DEPOT FOUNDATION
04.2016 - Current
Donor Database Manager
AGAPE YOUTH & FAMILY CENTER
01.2015 - 04.2016
Individual Gifts Manager
PIEDMONT PARK CONSERVANCY
01.2012 - 01.2015
Volunteer Resource Manager
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
08.2003 - 05.2011
Business Administration
UNIVERSITY COLORADO AT DENVER