Solange Beaumard
954-***-**** + ablrf6@r.postjobfree.com + www.jemadore.org
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Je m'adore Inc.: Miami Beach, FL . West Hollywood, CA . New York,
NY July 2008 - Present
www.jemadore.org
Owner/Founder
. A full service event production company geared specifically for
non-profits, from start to finish.
. Services include: PR, Marketing, Business Development, Social
Networking, Advertisement, New Media, Promotions, Event
Production, Audio Visual Production, Sponsorship, Celebrity
wrangling, Talent and Entertainment scout, volunteer & staff
recruitment.
. Provides assistance in every aspect of creating, producing,
promoting, executing and funding a successful non-profit event.
. Event Producer for: Daphna Ziman of Children Uniting Nations
2009 & 2010 Oscar Party Benefit Event, Sundance 2009 Film
Festival After Party Screening of "Black Dynamite", U.S. Marine
Corp 2009 Ball and IBDS Foundation 2009 Annual Gala.
Miller & Desatnik: Los Angeles, CA
September 2009-June 2010
West Hollywood Property Manager
. Property Manager for a West Hollywood multi-unit apartment
complex.
Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY): Los Angeles, CA
July 2008-September 2009
Executive Director Worldwide
. The Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership is an organization dedicated
to training and nurturing the young leaders of tomorrow. Its
mission is to provide lifelong leadership development
opportunities that empower youth to achieve their highest
potential.
. Responsible for; executive management duties, public relations,
marketing, employee management, financial administration,
strategic planning, securing sponsors/donors,
individual/corporate sponsorship, website management,
volunteer/intern recruiting and training, fundraising, business
development, advocacy, grant writing, event planning, outreach
and programmatic aspects of HOBY.
. Secured High Profile Sponsors such as; Coca-Cola,
Glaceau/Smartwater/Vitaminwater, Powerade, among others.
. Creates bi-monthly events to generate continuous revenue,
support and awareness of the foundation.
. Locates and secures; venue, sponsorship, donors, vendors,
media, press, celebrities, sports athletes as well as
coordinates every aspect of the event from start to finish for
all HOBY Fundraisers. Secures that a majority of the event
(95%) is entirely sponsored/donated.
. Personally wrote and submitted over 200 grants since July 2008
hire date. Of which 25% were approved.
. Redesigned website: from including a CMS system, to revising
internal content, visual appearance and brand recognition to
better serve our members, donors, sponsors, volunteers, and
staff and to better engage future participants. Launch date:
Jan. 2008.
. Personally transferred and maintained payroll services from ADP
to Paychex. This change reduced cost to HOBY and increased
benefits to staff.
. Created flagship internship program including program design,
sponsorship and management of HOBY interns.
. Assisted in hiring, training and supervising of new personnel
and interns. Actively and successfully recruited, managed and
maintained volunteers for the L.A. office and events.
. Created much needed marketing materials for events, educational
seminars, mass mailers, etc.
W Wine Boutique: South Beach, Florida
January 2006 - June 2008
Publicist/Media Manager/Event Producer
. High-end, celebrity frequented Boutique French Wine Store with
regular events.
. Responsible for; all PR, HR, event production, Media releases,
advertisement, website, promo materials.
. Managed store while Owner was out.
Mansion Nightclub: South Beach, Florida
May 2006 - September 2006
HR/Event Coordinator
. One of South Beach's HOTTEST nightclubs.
. Responsible for; all HR, PR, event production, Media releases,
advertisement, website, promo materials.
Goalline Management: Bay Harbor Islands, FL
October 2006-July 2008
Sport Marketing Director/Player Management
. Responsible for all; marketing, events, player relations,
contract management, etc.
. Agent represented such individuals such as; Jay Fiedler, Mike
Tomlin (Steelers Coach/Superbowl Winner), Vonnie Holiday, and
more
The Reach for the Stars Foundation: Bay Harbor Islands, FL
October 2006-July 2008
Executive Director
. Responsible for all; executive administrative duties, event
planning, fundraising, development, advocacy, outreach and
programmatic aspects of The Reach for the Stars Foundation.
. The Reach for the Stars Foundation is dedicated to providing
individuals afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis and their families
with the resources, knowledge and support necessary to manage
their unrelenting battle with this insidious disease.
. Raised over $300,000 in donations and over $270,000 of in-kind
donations for the annual Stars 4 Stars Golf & Gala star-studded
event held at The Seminole Hardrock Hotel & Casino and The
Woodlands Country Club & Golf Resort. Coordinated the entire
event.
. Raised over $35,000 for the annual "Walk under the Stars" walk-
a-thon held at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton.
Coordinated the entire event.
. Creates monthly events to generate continuous revenue, support
and awareness of the foundation.
. Locates and secures; venue, sponsorship, donors, vendors,
media, press, celebrities, sports athletes as well as
coordinates every aspect of the event from start to finish for
all The Reach for the Stars Fundraisers.
. Secures that a majority of the event (95%) is entirely
sponsored/donated.
. Examples of relationships/contacts; NBC4 hosts Jill Martin,
Jennifer Santiago and Lisa Petrillo, NBC's deal or no deal
ladies, CBS6 Ira Haber, Comedian Tommy Davidson, Live
performance artist Michael Israel, Footy from 100Y, Former
Miami Dolphins Jay Fiedler, South Florida restaurants and
locations, South Florida newspapers and publications, as well
as many other contacts.
. Creatively designed and marketed R4STARS Cuff. A first time
high-end jewelry item benefiting the foundation. (see attached
picture)
. Active lobbyist in advocating for passing important legislature
for CF patients in Tallahassee, Florida.
. Collaborated with educational and medical providers as well as
tutoring services ranging from K-12.
. Responsible for all accounting, financial, payroll and HR
duties of Foundation.
. Responsible for recruiting, managing and maintaining all
interns and volunteers.
. Maintains and updates web-site, as well as any additional IT
issues for the Foundation.
. Creates any and all marketing materials for events, educational
seminars, mass mailers, etc.
Madison Capital Group, LLC: Miami, FL
October 2004-September
2006
IT & Marketing Director
. Design, develop and maintain an information technology
infrastructure, including the design, development and
maintenance of the network infrastructure.
. Directs IT operations including computer operations, technical
support, systems analysis, database management and programming.
. Establishes technical priorities, standards, and procedures.
Ensures sufficient systems capacity for organizational needs.
. Ensures confidentiality and reliability of corporate data,
proprietary information, and intellectual property.
Human Resources Director/Operations Manager
October 2004-September 2006
. Performs all and any HR responsibilities for the company.
. Directs, organizes, and arranges all operational administrative
functions for the company.
. Supervises subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining
workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and
evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or
disciplinary actions.
. Responsible for all accounting, financial and payroll duties
for the company.
. Plans and directs programs for all human resources areas
including employment, employee relations, compensation,
training and development, benefits administration, and equal
employment opportunity.
June 2004-October 2004: Provided round the clock care to Mother
after major surgery.
The Center for Family Services (CFS): West Palm Beach, FL
December 2003-May 2004
Executive Director
. Responsible for fundraising, development, advocacy, outreach
and programmatic aspects of an Emergency Domestic Violence
Shelter. Main focus of CFS is to respond to emergencies
altering the crisis of domestic violence and homelessness.
The area's only Emergency Shelter providing a full spectrum of
services for families with children. 65% of clients are
children.
. Pivotal advocate for women, children and families regarding
issues of Domestic Violence and Homelessness.
. Solely created, designed, implemented and maintained web-site
for entire agency. Solely created and distributed internal
monthly newsletter.
. Managed, reviewed and prepared annual budget for shelter (over
$800,000.00). Performed all grant writing for Shelter Program
and prepared statistical and program reports.
Gold's Gym: Fort Lauderdale, FL
January 2004-May 2004
Fitness General Manager/Certified Personal Trainer
The Arlington Community Temporary Shelter Inc. (TACTS): Arlington, VA
February 2001-December 2003
Director
. Responsible for managing all day-to-day operations of an
Emergency Shelter. Main focus of TACTS is to empower women and
families who are abused or at risk to live safe, secure and
self-sufficient lives. Only Family Shelter in Arlington County
Virginia.
. 60% of clients are children.
. Provided clinical services as needed to clients with substance
abuse and severe mental health.
. Managed, reviewed and prepared annual budget for shelter, and
reduced annual budget 40% by obtaining numerous financial
contributions as well as obtaining noteworthy volunteer work.
Fitness and Image Results: Washington, DC
February 2000 -
June 2003
Fitness General Manager/Certified Personal Trainer
Gold's Gym: Washington, DC
February 2000 -January 2003
Self Defense Instructor
The GUIDE Program: New Carrollton, MD
February 2000 - February 2001
Social Worker
. For individuals convicted of heinous crimes (felony) released
from psychiatric hospitals with sever psychiatric diagnosis.
Department of Defense: Katterbach, Germany
September1997 -
February 2000
Child/Youth/Family Program Therapist
. US ARMY Clinic Therapist for children, individuals and
families.
. American Red Cross liaison in cases of bereavement.
United States Army: Katterbach, Germany
September 1996 - February 2000
Medical Appointments Coordinator/Medical Records Clerk -Katterbach
Army Health Clinic
. Volunteered full-time for 1 year prior to receiving DOD
clearance fulfilling the role of 2 full-time paid staff.
. US ARMY Clinic XO executive assistant.
EDUCATION
The University of Arizona, BA in Psychology and Criminal Justice,
Minor in Dance/French.
New York University, Associates Degree.
The University of Miami, dual JD (Law) and MBA Degrees.
MAJOR VOLUNTEER WORK
. American Cancer Society - Los Angeles, CA
July 2008 - Present
. Children Uniting Nations, Los Angeles, CA
July 2008 - Present
. NFL Alumni, South Florida Chapter
January 2007 - Present
. Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
January 2007 - Present
. American Cancer Society- Miami Beach, FL
December 2006 - July 2008
. Michael Irvin Charities - Miami, FL
December 2006 - July 2008
. Kids in Distress - Miami, FL
November 2006 - July 2008
. Playmakers Charities - Miami, FL
November 2006 - July 2008
. Caring for Kids - Miami, FL
November 2006 - July 2008
. Big Brothers Big Sisters-Miami, FL
September 2005-October 2006
. Brides March against Domestic Violence-Miami Beach, FL
September 2005- September 2006
. "Dinner with Friends" and "Christmas in April": Arlington, VA.
February 2001-December 2003
. Big Brothers and Little Sisters of Washington, D.C.
February 2000-December 2003
. Small Business Administration; Self Defense Classes for
children of all ages - Washington, D.C. February 2000-
December 2003
. American Red Cross Volunteer Coordinator-Germany.
September 1996-February
2000
. Youth Center of Greenwich Village- New York, N.Y.
September 1992-June 1994
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
. Received a Certificate of Appreciation from the 235th BSB for
the "Distinguished Volunteer Award".
. Invitation and nomination to become a member of "The Arlington
Leadership Alliance".
. Member of Honor Society; New York University and University of
Arizona.
. Provide tutoring services to Arlington County School Children.
. Public Speaker on Domestic Violence and Homelessness; Several
Cox Cable Network Live interviews, several area Universities,
Junior League of D.C., L.I.N.K.S. of D.C., among others.
. Professional Classical Ballet Dancer for the New York City
Ballet Company.
. University of Arizona Skydiving Club.
. Fort Sam Houston (unofficial) Skydiving Team.
. Owner and Manager of Body and Sol Piercing Inc.
. Spoke alongside Janet Reno at National Domestic Violence
Conference.
. Fitness model for South Beach agencies.
. Aspen, Colorado Snow Mass Resort rock climbing member.
. Member of South Florida JCC.
Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Exchange
Server, XP, Vista, NT, Office, Word, Access, Excel, Power Point,
Macromedia, Publisher, Front Page, Web-Publisher, Photo Shop, Adobe
Acrobat, Illustrator CS2, Adobe InDesign, Adobe GoLive, Adobe Imageready,
Adobe Designer, Quicken, Quick books, Jango, Quark, Gammadyne and Web-page
design.
Certifications: Crisis Resolution, Grant-writing, Quality Control,
Medication Monitoring, A.C.E, among others.
Database programs: Raisers Edge, Alumni Manager, HMIS (homeless management
information system), CMIS (Case management information system), Service
Point Systems, Simplicity Software Systems, SQL.
Language: Fluent in French, fair comprehension of Spanish.
References available upon request