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I help nonprofits and brands turn transactional relationships into lasting ones. 25+ years in relationship-centered development, using my Cultivating Relationships (CR) framework—hero-first, gratitude before the ask—for donors, sponsors, and partners alike. I’ve guided organizations and brands of all sizes toward sustainable funding, stronger partnerships, and grassroots campaigns. How I can help you: Fundraising & Development Strategy Fundraising strategy and campaign planning · Donor cultivation and stewardship strategy · Major donor and corporate partnership strategy · Board fundraising training · Foundation and grant strategy · Case for support and messaging direction Brand & Sponsorship Partnership Strategy Sponsorship and brand partnership strategy · Partner cultivation and stewardship journeys · Sponsorship prospect research and pipeline development · Partnership governance and renewal strategy · Sponsor-facing messaging and proposal direction Marketing & Communications Strategy Storytelling and messaging strategy · Email and social strategy · Integrated marketing strategy that supports fundraising and partnership goals · Brand and positioning guidance Strategic Coaching & On-Call Support Sometimes you don’t need another deliverable—you need a thought partner. A direct, ongoing line to me for the real-time moments: a donor or sponsor conversation you’re weighing, a decision before you hit send, an ask you want to talk through. Standalone or bundled into a retainer. My clients include environmental and social justice nonprofits, youth development programs, publications amplifying diverse voices, and brands building sponsorship programs. I bring strategic vision and a partner’s perspective. Whether you need a fundraising strategy, a sponsorship program built on real relationships, or a thought partner to strengthen your direction—let’s talk about what’s possible.

With over a decade of professional design experience—well before launching my Upwork presence—I specialize in creating clean, organized, and visually compelling materials that bring your brand to life. From flyers, brochures, newsletters, and policy manuals to logos and event collateral, I’ve partnered with a wide range of clients, including nonprofit fundraisers, real estate teams, educators, and ministry organizations. Whether you need polished materials for a major fundraising campaign or a whimsical birthday invitation, I’m skilled at translating your vision into design that fits the feel and purpose of your project. I follow branding guidelines with precision, communicate clearly, and meet tight deadlines with ease. Let me help elevate your message—and make the process easy, efficient, and enjoyable for you. Checkout my work by looking at my portfolio below.

An accomplished and respected leader offering extensive experience in Project and Program Management, specializing in Salesforce CRM Setup, Salesforce Training, Organization, and Integrations. Key Strengths include: * Salesforce Configuration and Setup * Salesforce CRM * Program Management * Internal Product Management * Project Management * Process & Procedure Development * Integrations * Salesforce Integration and Setup * User Documentation * Client Database Management * Team Training and Development * Data Analysis Professional Experience Access Development, Salt Lake City, UT July 2018 Business Systems Manager/Senior Salesforc Admin • Manage the CRM and Integrations team. Manage all aspects of technical data, integration projects, daily users, security, flows, and configurations. • Manage Intacct (Accounting Software), LinvioPay (Credit Card Software). • All products that integrate with Salesforce. • Complex dashboards and report setup. • Customize page layout, profiles, and permissions within Salesforce. • Contract negotiation and new product recommendations. • Project Manager for internal projects. Access Development, Salt Lake City, UT May 2014 – July 2018 Implementation Program Manager / Customer Success • Salesforce Admin Integrations – Technical Support • Project manager for new and existing projects. Managed project team, follow-up meetings, budgets, goals, and timelines. • Internal product development working with the engineering team • Client Tech Support - RESTful API, JSON, data issues • Website and mobile app development • Manages all aspects of on-boarding and implementation • Salesforce integration project manager • Management of trade shows • Manage new product development and coordinate new business processes and procedures • Customer Success processes and reporting Salesforce Certifications • Admin I Certification • Admin II Certification • Developer I Certification • Sales Cloud Certification • Service Cloud Certification • Sales Cloud Consultant PMP Certification • PMI Member • Fundamentals of Project Management • PMP Certification

Hi, I’m Peyton—a short-form video editor and social media manager helping brands create scroll-stopping content that connects with their audience. I have over 3 years of experience creating content in the travel and hospitality space, but I love working with businesses and brands across a wide variety of industries. No matter the niche, my approach is the same: create content that feels authentic while keeping viewers engaged through strong hooks, pacing, and storytelling. Whether you need help transforming raw footage into engaging short-form content, developing content ideas, or managing your social media presence, I can help take your content from concept to execution while keeping your brand’s voice at the center. In addition to video editing and social media support, I bring over 6 years of experience providing administrative assistance. I’m highly organized and reliable, with experience managing inboxes and calendars, coordinating tasks, organizing documents, and supporting day-to-day operations—making me a strong fit for business owners who need both creative execution and dependable backend support. I bring a detail-oriented, strategic approach to every project and value clear communication and consistency. My goal is to make your content process easier, take work off your plate, and deliver work you can rely on.