Elizabeth Baun. (PHOTO SUPPLIED)
Elizabeth Baun Brings Expertise in Events Services and Grant Research to Sertoma Centre.
Alsip, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Sertoma Centre, Inc. recently named Elizabeth Baun as the Special Events and Grants Manager.
In her role for the Alsip-based not-for-profit, she is responsible for the planning and execution of all special events. In addition, Baun will oversee grant writing and foundation relations for Sertoma Centre. As a member of the Advancement and Communications team her efforts are an essential part of raising money and awareness for the Centre.
Baun has more than 8 years of event planning, marketing communications and relationship development. In her most recent roles, she served as the E-Marketing and Event Services Manager and as Convention Services Manager at the Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau in Lansing, Illinois. Baun holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from Butler University, Indianapolis, IN and a Master of Business Administration-Integrated Marketing Communications from Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL.
Baun said, “My extensive skills in event planning and facilitation as well as the strong relationships have developed in the community from years working as a liaison to 35 chambers of commerce make me a good addition to the Advancement Team. I am extremely excited to be working at Sertoma Centre and I look forward to working at an organization that allows me to give back to the community.” A resident of Tinley Park, IL, Elizabeth enjoys reading, cooking, painting and working out in her free time.
“We are delighted to welcome Elizabeth to our team,” said Amy Chmura, Director of Advancement and Communications. “Her expertise in event planning, journalism, marketing and sales will allow us to raise additional funds and increase awareness for Sertoma Centre.”
Sertoma Centre, Inc. is a nationally-accredited, not-for-profit agency that provides services to more than 725 individuals with developmental, physical and emotional disabilities, and/or mental illness. For more information, to schedule a tour, volunteer, or to make a donation, please contact Amy Chmura, Director of Advancement and Communications, (708)730-6206 or [email protected]. Sertoma Centre, Inc. is located at 4343 West 123rd Street, Alsip, IL 60803 and the web address is www.sertomacentre.org.
