Lucas Sperber
Cell 914-***-**** Email *********@*****.***
Professional Experience
Empowered Gardens, Inc, Westchester, NY 2014
-Marketing Associate
• Performed market research for emerging start-up; developed marketing strategy and handled
client outreach.
• Wrote significant copy for various ongoing campaigns.
• Worked directly with clients to ensure correct implementation of new projects.
Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club / Castle Hill Center, New York City 2008-2012, 2013
-Program Administrator/Coordinator, 2013 FT
Various positions in field and office, summers and intercessions, 2008 - 2012 PT.
• Assisted implementation of successful summer youth running programs in day camps throughout
NYC.
• Provided detailed administrative support for multiple school-year programs serving 1000+ youth.
• Coordinated professional development training for teachers and execution of events engaging
100+ staff.
Red Ten NYC, New York City
Fall 2012
-Account Executive
• Earned track record of success in Wall Street-based sales environment. Researched and developed
new demographics for client acquisition.
• One of two account executives out of starting group of 20 to survive initial period.
• Trained new hires in sales, leadership, and organizational techniques.
• Consistently hit targets and set organizational sales standards.
Growth For Good 2010
-Intern
• Right hand person to director of non-profit consultancy working on organizational strategy and
communications skills.
• Drafted press releases and large-scale grant proposals.
• Managed significant company interface with key clients.
Education and Affiliations
McDaniel College, Westminister, MD, B.A, English, 2013
-Cocktales, President, 2010-2013
Lead college organization targeting fundraising for at-risk youth.
• Coordinated events/drove fundraising for the group.
• Championed new member recruitment, and liaised with school administration.
• Introduced distinct campaigns to amplify fundraising and recruitment 400%.