Megan Tomlinson: International Program Manager - Mexico in Las Vegas, NV

Working in a remote capacity, with monthly trips to San Diego, Tijuana and/or San Francisco. I am responsible for the selection, preparation, transport and intake of rescue dogs from Tijuana Mexico to San Francisco California. Oversee the logistics of vetting, foster care, local and long distance transport for anywhere between 100 and 150 dogs, 10 fosters and 50 volunteers at any given time. I have successfully grown the program from 5-10 rescues a month to 500+ dogs since taking over as program manager.

Logistics for US animal rescues saving dogs from Tijuana including vetting, transport, foster/boarding & border crossing In.the.dog.house.animalrescue@gmail.com

Charged with overseeing and coordinating all facility operations including boarding, doggie daycare, grooming, employment and customer service. Maintained accountability and safety for a team of 40 employees and a client base of up to 200 dogs daily. Prepared staffing, maintenance and cleaning schedules. Maintained optimum staffing levels through recruiting, interviewing and hiring. Development of team members by daily feedback, video reviews as well as written performance reviews. Maintained and monitored retail supply levels. Provided the highest level of customer service to pet parents and their dogs including managing customer satisfaction and expectation. Oversaw POS system to assure accurate invoicing.

Provided outstanding client serve and meet specific monthly revenue goals. Presented radio media schedule, appearance packages, sales promotions and sponsorship opportunities to existing and new clients. Prepared and executed a successful sales plan that met monthly budgets. Supervised sold programs through execution and collection stage. Developed strong prospecting skills and outstanding phone/cold calling skills.

Responsible for securing new business leads while maximizing enrollment in programs, Directed all local marketing/event efforts, conducted educational presentations & seminars while maintaining close contact with all past and present Corporate Partners to ensure partner retention.

Promoted to regional manager handling corporate clients for repetitive and higher participation generation while maintaining excellent client relations, Met key decision making authorities to understand their educational needs, gave educational presentations.

Plan, developed and executed all aspects of organizational events, including annual + $300,000 fundraiser. Worked directly with vendors to design and produce all marketing materials, Built and maintained key volunteer relationships with local schools districts, Sourced and secured sponsorships.

Worked to secure funding for a small no kill animal shelter, Produced annual fundraising event for shelter operations and solicited new corporate & individual donors for all shelter operations. Oversaw all Public Relations matters, Maintained budget, Networked in the community to seek new sponsors, volunteers and committee members.

All registration procedures, accounting, maintain database and programs website. Instructed financial education programs as necessary.