Lynda Herndon

Consulting

Worked directly with Michael M. Kaiser, President of the Kennedy Center in Strategic Planning & Capacity Building.

Eradicated a $320,000 deficit within 2 1/2 years & specialize in Quickbooks from setting up accounts to creating reports.

Spearheaded numerous campaigns including individual annual appeals, major gifts, endowment & capital.

Written grants for government (federal, state & city), foundations and corporations, including sponsorships.

Successfully planned and executed fundraising galas, VIP receptions, press conferences & corporate functions.

Officially a lobbyist with New York State for Senators, Assembly Members and City Council Members.

A wide-range of services from creating press kits, media campaigns and websites to establishing a social presence.

Created an Arts & Music Festival from inception with 72 community groups in participation, presenting over 150 events.

Established several school residencies that were renewed yearly and well-received by both teachers and students.