Linda R. Parker. 116 Oakview Drive. (817) 360-0075. Weatherford, Texas 76087
. Community Relations Professional. Highly organized ...
Linda R. Parker 116 Oakview Drive Weatherford, Texas 76087
(817) 360-0075
[email protected]
Community Relations Professional Highly organized, dedicated team player who has worked in sales and marketing as well as non-profit fundraising settings. Expertise in building relationships through community involvement, special events and public relations. Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Professional Experience Marketing Director Hill Villa Senior Living – Fort Worth, Texas • • • •
Contacted potential residents and referral sources Met with potential residents and families to tour community Marketed senior centers and health care professionals Represented community at various civic meetings
Community Liaison IntegraCare Home Health – Weatherford, Texas • • •
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2004 – 2005
Marketed health care facilities Built customer satisfaction Increased market share
Foundation Director Weatherford ISD Education Foundation – Weatherford, Texas • • •
2005 – 2006
Introduced concept of noninvasive heart treatment to senior centers and retirement homes Educated doctors and their staffs about treatment Built patient relationships
Home Health Business Development Professional Caretakers – Fort Worth, Texas • •
2006 – 2009
Identified Home Health referral sources and established relationships Built rapport with key personnel at facilities whose patients need home care Represented company in various community groups
Community Relations Legacy Heart Care – Fort Worth, Texas •
2009 – July 2011
Coordinated annual drive to raise money for teacher grants Managed volunteer board of directors Implemented fund-raising events
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2002 – 2004
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Special Events Coordinator 1999 – 2002 Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation – Fort Worth, Texas • • •
Coordinated fund-raising events Organized Race for the Cure® committee Assisted underwriting chairperson in securing sponsorships
Previous Experience Sales Representative/Consultant Priority Management – Fort Worth, Texas • •
Marketed time management program to local companies Presented training sessions to clients
Account Executive WBAP Radio – Fort Worth, Texas • •
Sold advertising to local and regional businesses, including advertising agencies Earned "Radio Salesperson of the Year" awarded by local chapter of American Women in Radio and Television
Education Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Professional and Civic Affiliations • • • • • • • • •
Fort Worth Professional Women's Organization American Women in Radio & Television Continuity of Care Parker County Health Services Junior League of Fort Worth Aledo Children’s AdvoCats Freedom House Camp Sanguinity Meals on Wheels