beth bentley

Responsible for securing mid-tier contributions from individuals to support public programs, education initiatives, exhibitions and general operations through the annual fund, membership and restricted gifts. Manages overall donor relations program including stewardship events, working closely with External Events Manager and Development Coordinator.

A public-private partnership designed to close the workforce skills gap, drive business growth and get unemployed and underemployed Chicagoland area residents back to work.

Responsible for selling the ARCHITECT immunochemistry product line and growing the immunochemistry reagent business as a specialist for a team of 4 key account managers covering Chicagoland and Central Illinois.

Responsible for selling color production products and services with an average of $200k revenue monthly as a specialist for a team of 12 account managers in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Responsible for selling color products with an average of $20k in revenue as a specialist for a team of 7 sales representatives. Prospected through cold calling, vertical market telemarketing and direct mail, networking and referrals. Designed marketing material for sales team to prospect for new color business. Lead weekly team color meeting to include sales & equipment training. Trained and mentored new hires.

Responsible for a breadth of products with an average of $10k per unit monthly. Managed sales territory by securing customer loyalty and building new business.

Managed the executive search process between the client companies and candidates including sourcing, screening, interviewing, presenting, negotiating, closing and follow-up.

Formerly known as the Chicago Architecture Foundation, the Chicago Architecture Center is a nonprofit cultural organization with tours, exhibitions, programs and events for all ages. Our mission is to inspire people to discover why design matters. Creates and implements the strategic direction, management and expansion of the major gifts and planned giving programs. Manages a portfolio of high potential prospects and develops strategies to increase their annual and restricted giving. Leads and manages trustee membership requirements; works closely with the President and CEO and Board Chairman to increase trustee participation annually. Direct supervision of a Development Officer and works closely with the Events Manager. See less

Responsible for acquisition, growth & retention of assigned enterprise accounts, including Fortune 1000 with total revenues >$5M. Provided strategic solutions selling to major corporations

After School Matters provides Chicago high school teens with high quality, after-school and summer opportunities to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond.

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity