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Candra Lacy
Public Relations & Development Specialist, Fort Bend County Women
Location: Richmond, TX United States
Joined: Nov 6th, 2009

About (request update)

My first name Latin and means "luminescent" (glowing). My middle name is of a West African dialect and means "bright, shining moon." How special is that?

Current Whereabouts:

Everything!

Life & Professional Aspirations:

I am destined to impact the world in a postive way. My career path is parallel to my belief that my legacy will only be as strong as my will, wit and those on whose shoulders I stand. I am determined to be the change I want to see in our world. (adapted from Ghandi). I am a leader and a servant; I wish to develop this skill set in the community/public/organizational relations field.

Education (request update)

Southern University and A&M College class of 2004

Undergrad Major: Communication

Campus Organization:

Delta Sigma Theta

Claim To Fame:

Not famous. Yet.

Most Memorable Moment:

Too Many to Name!

High School: Southern University Laboratory School in Baton Rouge, LA class of 1999

Activities & Accomplishments:

Graduated w/ Honors; Member of Jr. & Sr. Beta Clubs, Youth Legislature, Mock Trial Team, Drama Club, Concert Choir and Varsity Cheerleader.

Experience

I currently work with Fort Bend County Women as Public Relations & Development Specialist
I have 7 years of experience working in the Community, Social Services, and Nonprofit industry.

Communications Manager | Fort Bend Women's Center, Inc.
From March 2014 to Current • 12 year(s)
Manages direct mail campaigns, marketing materials, and fundraising events while maintaining website and social media presence.

Development & Public Relations Specialist | Fort Bend Women's Center, Inc.
From June 2008 to March 2014 • 6 year(s)
Raised approximately $2 million annually in grants through grantwriting and management, produced direct mail campaigns raising $20,000 annually.

Program Assistant | Greater New Orleans Foundation
From July 2007 to June 2008 • 1 year(s)
Planned quarterly funder meetings for $25 million Community Revitalization Fund and researched/drafted publications.

Executive Assistant | New Orleans Neighborhood Development Collaborative/Harmony
From August 2006 to July 2007 • 1 year(s)
Revised public relations techniques, created first brochure since early 2000s, and developed office procedures post-Hurricane Katrina.

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