Keira Hirst

•    Coordinated 12 partnership events with local organizations, supporting $10,000 in marketing budget allocation and driving measurable growth in client acquisition and brand visibility

Head of Marketing & Media | •    Constructed financial tracking models and dashboards in Excel to monitor membership growth and revenue metrics across a 628-member client base •    Presented data-driven membership growth analysis and SWOT findings to studio leadership, delivering actionable recommendations that improved acquisition and retention strategy

Supported financial reporting, budgeting, and operational data organization using Excel across multiple functions of the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa serving 500+ guests weekly. Recognized as Employee of the Month (June 2024).

•    Structured and scaled nonprofit from inception, overseeing full budgeting, fundraising capital allocation, and financial reporting across a 50-person volunteer organization •    Sourced inventory pipeline through partnerships with local thrift stores and peer-to-peer student networks, negotiating donated and discounted formal garments to build a zero-cost supply chain serving 100+ students across St. Johns County •    Negotiated corporate and community partnerships to fund operational costs, expanding organizational reach to deliver 125+ formal garments to students who could not afford formalwear for school dances and prom

Giving Gowns is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underprivileged high school girls by making school dances accessible and memorable. We accept donations of gently used and new formal dresses, shoes, and accessories, then host dress drives where students can “shop” at no cost. By removing the financial barrier of buying a gown, we give every girl the chance to feel confident, included, and celebrated at her special events. Our mission goes beyond dresses — it’s about dignity, self-expression, and ensuring no student misses out on milestones because of cost.

During high school, I developed a strong foundation in leadership, community service, and innovation through a variety of roles. I founded Giving Gowns, a nonprofit providing formalwear to students in need, where I managed budgeting, fundraising, and partnerships. As part of Beaches Go Green, I promoted sustainability and local environmental action, while Coding for Kids deepened my passion for technology through teaching introductory programming. I was also a Varsity Cheerleader, a DECA competitor focusing on business and marketing, and an active member of FCA, building teamwork, discipline, and communication skills that continue to guide me in finance and computer science today.

GPA: 4.0