Professional Portfolio

462 East 38th Street Erie, PA 16504 (814) 384-0675

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Hello!

Thank you for taking the time to view my portfolio. The collection of work herein recounts my most recent work experience to my past work experience.

It’s been a great privilege to serve at these organizations and to work with the individuals who were a part of them. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to share this with you.

Hope you enjoy.

Sincerely,

Dan Gennaro

I. Work Experience

II. Internship Experience

III. Civic & Community Leadership

IV. Training and Conference Certificates

V. Professional Recommendations

» Hired at CVC in January 2014 as a Community Outreach Assistant to implement a DOJ and OVAW Grant on Stalking, Interpersonal Violence, and Sexual Assault at a local University.

» In December 2014 the grant expired and I worked full time at CVC developing and presenting programs while also managing the agencies website, social media and also assisted in the planning of numerous signature events throughout the year.

» One of 28 total nominees in Erie, PA. “The Youth Work Awards is a yearly event to honor the front line, hands on, "boots on

the ground" youth workers who work with children and youth in Erie County non-profits. Youth workers have a huge impact on the lives of youth and children and their jobs are often done without praise or recognition. The Youth Work Awards is a day to

honor these individuals for the valuable work that they do for our community.”

» In 2014 & 2015, our four person Prevention Education Team delivered more than 1,000 programs to nearly 40,000 students.

Coloring Contest

National Night Out & Safety Awards Contest

» In addition to programming, I planned multiple school-wide such as: the Good Secrets - Bad Secrets Coloring Contest, and the Halloween Safety Awards where students received generous prizes and award certificates made possible through local donations.

» Presented programs to all age ranges: from K-12, to college programs, community programs, and professional programs.

» The majority of the programs I delivered required me to adapt the PowerPoints and handout materials for the target audience.

» Individually selected by the Erie, PA U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) field office to facilitate a national grant program for vulnerable refugee and immigrant populations.

» The Refugee Family Strengthening (RFS) program included but was not limited to: delivering 20 hours of in-class instruction per week on relationship education, parenting skills and financial literacy; as well as fostering community partnerships and support networks for clients, maintaining program reports, and reporting to USCRI HQ for weekly meetings, webinars, and trainings.

USCRI Field Office - International Institute

» Secured press coverage for events and acted as point person for on-site interviews.

» Developed and maintained a working relationship with local news media including; TV, newspaper, and radio.

WJET 24 NewsMaker Segment

» Spearheaded a quarterly ‘Community Awareness Night’ event to bring multiple agencies together at one time to share resources, offer services and promote collaboration.

» This event was free and open to the public with the goal to empower local citizens with the knowledge and resources to make referrals and become involved with local efforts to reduce violence and promote safety.

Credit: WICU 12 News

» Doubled the amount of Followers from 600 to more than 1,200 in less than six months.

» Engaged with local, national and even international agencies.

» Managed agency website and improved functionality by utilizing widgets, social plug-in’s, and revolving sliders.

» Advocated to implement a ‘Donate Now’ button, and subsequently increased the opportunities for giving.

Updated revolving slider

Donate Now Button

» Partnered with several other local organizations to host numerous fundraising events throughout the year.

» Established ongoing relationship with several leading non-profits throughout the region such as: United Way of Erie County and Rider’s Advocating Against Child Abuse (RAACA).

Partnering with United Way of Erie Co.

» Assisted the Violence Prevention Coordinator within the Student Development & Engagement Division to improve Title IX requirements.

» Co-led the Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) club by Planning Events, Developing Collateral & Promoting Campaigns to raise awareness.

SAVE & the Saudi Student Association launching the Step Up Bystander Intervention Campaign

» Designed a quick reference guide with emergency assistance numbers and resources.

» Included Students Bill of Rights on back.

» Beneficial for incoming students and parents and utilized in rack card holders throughout campus.

FRONT BACK

» Designed informational packets for new student orientations.

FRONT BACK

» Designed info packets for parent orientation as well.

FRONT BACK

» Created a ‘Student Safety Expo’ w/more than 30 vendors and 4 self-defense demonstrations.

» Awarded a $1,000 grant to create a safe alternative for students following Homecoming. More than 350+ students

as well as various staff were in attendance.

» Planned the Annual Take Back the Night March & Vigil w/ more than 550+ students, staff, faculty,

and community members present.

» Planned a quarterly event to engage the general public in 3 local agencies agency’s and the services they provide. More

than 35+ students, staff, and community members attended.

» Launched National “NO MORE” campaign on campus by hosting a handprint pledge titled the Day of Action against violence.

» Planned Monthly Awareness Events and Themes throughout the entire year.

Poster for the Day of Action

» Drafted monthly articles for the student newspaper, as well as Community Calendars to promote events.

» Facilitated hands-on skills training with ASD clients to provide mentorship and achieve lasting employment.

» Served as a liaison between work managers, counselors, and parents to report progress and plan meetings.

» Achieved a 95% placement rate in sustained employment with a 25+ client caseload at one time.

» Assisted the Chamber Division’s Director of Marketing and Communications by managing social media, creating brochures and flyers, and maintaining 950+ membership database.

» Improved Constant Contact email marketing reach to 80% from less than 60% by limiting bounce backs and updating membership info.

» Helped launch the Destination Erie: A Regional Vision Project by helping to facilitate Working Group Forums.

» Created a ‘process design model’ to articulate the working groups relationship to steering committee, as well as a

logo, and social media accounts.

PROCESS DESIGN MODEL

LOGO DESIGN

BRANDING

» Assist the Events Coordinator to plan the Erie regions largest summer- concert series: 8 Great Tuesdays with more than 4,000 to 8,000 people in attendance each week.

» Produce written, graphic, and multimedia promo materials including video and downloadable flyers.

» Provide timely support between Events Coordinator and Artist Promoter on the day of the event.

» Improved content by designing flyerssocial media channels and website by creating consistent branding.

Downloadable PDF schedule

» Utilizing my degree in Communications Media and Journalism to creatively position CATV as a valuable resource to the community while helping to transition out of date equipment to new digital upgrades. In addition to that:

» Represent Community Access Television to the public, businesses and the community by participating in special events.

» Regularly attend monthly as a voting member to assist in the development of and then approve policies, procedures and regulations to govern the operations of CATV. This includes but not limited to: monitoring finances, securing funds, and updating strategic plans.

» Served on multiple steering committee’s to organize, plan, and promote signature events such as: Annual YEP Kickball for Kids Charity Tournament featuring more than 300 players.

» Planned social and professional development opportunities such as: Monthly Networking Events at local bar’s and restaurants, and training sessions on Home Buying, Using LinkedIn, and Branding.

» Managed Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) to engage current and prospective new members.

» Networked with local businesses to further the goal of attracting, retaining and supporting young talent in the local workforce.

» Created civic engagement opportunities through volunteer initiatives.

» Transitioned Email Marketing to Constant Contact platform and significantly improved engagement, as well as the overall branding consistency of the organization.

Gannon University Business Ambassadors Meeting

Custom Facebook Banner

» Improved YEP’s Newsletter by achieving a 22% open rate with 10% being the national average.

PREVIOUS NEWSLETTER REVISED NEWSLETTER

» Devised a comprehensive Communications Plan to increase awareness of the 40 Developmental Assets in Erie, PA.

» Serve on an inner city High School Community Advisory Board to address 5 Main Priority Areas of Concern: Truancy Prevention, School Violence, Mental Health, Community Involvement, and Creating a Positive School Climate

» Combined with four other PYD Task Force’s to plan several youth events such as: PYD’s Press Conference, Annual Youth Leadership Summit, Monthly Networking Breakfast, and 5K Run/walk.

» Safe Kids Erie is led by Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM).

» Participated in monthly meetings as an agency representative to share resources and advise the ongoing evidence-based programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.

» Assisted at the annual ‘Lights, Sirens, and Safety’ expo

Mental Health First Aid Response Training

SEARCH Institute 40 Asset Training

Refugee Family Strengthening Program

Mandated Reporter Training

2014 Victims Rights Conference 2015 Victims Rights Conference

2015 PCAR Statewide Sexual Assault Conference

PREVIOUS

President’s Citizen Corps Training Transformational Leadership Seminar

13th Annual Pathways Conference Spirituality & Mental Health Conference

“Dan is an organized, detail-oriented person with a strong sense of purpose and motivation who is

very well respected by his colleagues and clients. Dan is always willing to help people and generously donates his time to any project he undertakes. He has been one of the motivated and organized

people that I have had the pleasure of working with in my leadership roles.”

- Dylanna Jackson, Director of International Institute of Erie

Dan is a self-starter, a quick learner, personable and enthusiastic. He assumed a leadership role and remained responsible, dependable and organized. Dan quickly became respected throughout campus

in part due to his affable personality, but also because of his effectiveness when working with students and the various staff members of the Student Development and Engagement Division. His

enthusiasm, organizational skills, dedication and the ability to get things done are the strengths contributing to his success. Dan is a leader, a visionary and a creative thinker. He is engaging, authentic and possesses a strong

conviction to personal growth and service. -Katie Allison, Violence Prevention & Education Coordinator

“Dan has been exceptional with school age youth and is seen as a positive role model and educator in the classroom and out. He has also taken on other unique projects including working with Erie

counties’ diverse immigrant population. He often volunteers for vendor fairs, community events and school awareness programs. This not only makes him an excellent team player it allows Dan to

continue to be involved in our community and keep ‘an ear to the ground’, which helps the Center to continue to be at the forefront of needs and new education opportunities for the betterment of our

entire community.”

Paul Lukach, Executive Director of Crime Victim Center

“Dan’s positive attitude is refreshing and his ability to adapt easily to situations would make him

an asset to any organization. He also isn’t afraid to burn the midnight oil which he did on many occasions.”

-Melanie Johnson, Assistant Director, Department of Economic & Community Development at City of Erie

“Energy, enthusiasm, optimism, and caring...just a few of the words I use when others ask me

about Dan Gennaro. Dan's smile is unwavering and his focus on helping others understand right from wrong, good from bad, and proper from inappropriate is first class, day in and day out. Dan’s

an intelligent, hardworking, and diligent professional who takes in, absorbs, processes, and understands everything that's presented to him is true asset. He's an exceptional communicator. I would recommend Dan for any role in which he interacts with others on a daily basis and in a

way that he's most passionate about.”

-Stephen Rosen, Human Resources & Training Coordinator, Howard Industries

“I have found Dan to be a professional team player who supports the mission and is willing to

assist in every department. Dan's teamwork, leadership and involvement proved to be beneficial to our organization and comes highly recommended.”

-Doug Massey, Northwest Regional Director at Governor's Action Team

“Mr. Gennaro’s initiative and ready engagement were greatly valued. He has excellent social skills and a contagious enthusiasm for new undertakings. He easily engaged in activities with

others and developed positive relationships with a wide range of people including public officials.”

-Lori Rittle, LCSW, and Indiana Democratic State Committee Woman

“I had the pleasure of working with Dan at the Young Erie Professionals (YEP) for 2 years at which time he expertly held the role of chair of the marketing committee. He improved the

newsletter engagement, promoted events online through Social Media, and consistently attended meetings. I think the most important quality of is the ability to network, communicate,

and engage with a variety of people.”

-David Gool, Former YEP President, and Civilian Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII)

“Daniel was always punctual and willing to stay until the work was complete, no matter what

the time frame, and willing to do whatever was necessary to insure the event went smoothly.”

-Robin Waldinger, Events Coordinator at Erie-Western PA Port Authority