Project Manager Front Desk
Resume:
Christine R Schaeffel
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OBJECTIVE
To provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and an unwavering commitment to excellence through integrity, compassion, and collaboration. My goal is to foster an environment where customers, staff, and community members feel heard, valued, and empowered. By building meaningful relationships, bridging gaps, and encouraging teamwork, I strive to strengthen community connections, inspire staff development, and create lasting, positive changes.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science, Graduate
Cross-Disciplinary Studies, Nonprofit Leadership, Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science, Graduate
Marketing, Southwest Minnesota State University
Associate of Applied Science, Graduate
Sales, South Central College
Associate of Applied Science, Graduate
Legal Secretarial, South Central College
WORK EXPERIENCE
Executive Director
3C Connection Organization
2025 – Current
Provide donor-focused and data-driven reports to the Board of Directors
Create and execute strategic plans for financial stability
Create and facilitate fun yet educational workshops, events and presentations
Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and the community
Search, submit and revise grant applications
Solicit in-kind donations
Oversee volunteers
Create and maintain social media content
Collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations
Submit 990 and other financial documents
Project Manager
Chris’s Painting Service LLC
2017 – Part-time
Maintained confidentiality and customer relations
Researched, developed, and implemented administrative projects as directed by the owner
Maintained supplies, equipment, and inventory
Obtained and maintained a certificate of insurance for contractors and provided services as needed
Managed incident reports, compiled information, and gave recommendations regarding on-site injuries
Created and maintained estimates and invoices for existing clients or potential clients
Maintained QuickBooks
Worked closely with accountants
Prepared and maintained all financial statements for tax purposes
Assistant Coordinator
The Juneteenth Foundation
2022
Managed incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
Budget and financial planning
Event planning; kept track of performers and activities
Food and dietary planning
Sponsorship and donation solicitations
Created marketing information
Coordinated volunteers
Time management
Executive Administrator &
Office Manager
YWCA Mankato
2021 – 2022
Attended Board of Directors meetings, transcribed board minutes, maintained discrepancy
Applied for grants and followed up with appeals when necessary
Maintained relationships with sponsors for donations, pledges, and gifts in kind
Managed financial records
Worked closely with the bookkeeper
Managed ACH withdrawals and deposits
Acknowledged grants, sponsorships, pledges, and gifts in kind
Provided administrative support to the Executive Director and office staff
Managed volunteers and interns
Administrative Assistant / Student Service Coordinator
Kato Public Charter School
2018 - 2021
Created student recruitment campaigns
Worked with diverse populations of students
Food and nutrition manager
Assisted in creating and implementing school policies and procedures
Facilitated disbursement of PEBT benefits
Created annual reports for the Board of Directors and School Authorizers
Assisted with creating menus for healthy meals
Student activities leader and events project manager
Executive Administrator
The Holy Christian Church Mankato
2007 – 2011
Managed social media and marketing
Oversaw volunteers
Oversaw all recruitment operations
Managed ACH withdrawals and deposits
Prepared written and oral presentations
Received incoming and outgoing mail
Opened and closed buildings
Worked with diverse populations
CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT
Business Leadership – MSU
Cultural Diversity – MSU
Nonprofit Leadership – MSU
Art and Science of Grant Writing – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Peace and Progress Certificate – Shawntay Kiarra Award
COMMUNITY-BASED INVOLVEMENT
Mahkato 53rd Annual Pow Wow 2025
VINE Adult Community Center 2024
Pan-Africa MSU - Keynote Speaker 2004
Pan-Africa MSU - Participant 2005
Meal Distribution - Volunteer 2004-2010
Women’s Leadership Conference - Keynote Speaker 2015
Girls on the Run - Volunteer 2021
Children’s Museum - Volunteer 2021
River Ramble 5k - Volunteer 2021
REFERENCE:
Michael T Fagin Ph.D.
“Retired,” Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, MSU
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Destiny Owens
Executive Director, Greater Mankato Diversity Council
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Clinique James
CEO, P&C Hospitality
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