Ryan Rogers, Resume

Ryan Rogers

Communications & Marketing Strategist

Milwaukee, WI ryan0rogers@gmail.com (414) 375-5037 linkedin.com/in/ryan-rogers-8755b069

Professional Summary

Mission-driven communications and marketing strategist with nearly 20 years of experience, over 95% in the nonprofit sector, leading brand strategy, digital communications, fundraising campaigns, and content creation for faith-based, Catholic, and community-centered organizations. Proven track record of supporting nonprofit teams' fundraising and donor engagement efforts contributing to over $500K in gifts, increasing donor engagement by 164% through integrated storytelling across digital, social, video, email, and print channels. Passionate about leveraging communications to advance food security, social justice, and community belonging.

Key Qualifications

▸Communications strategy development & execution
▸Brand storytelling & compelling narrative craft
▸Digital channel management (web, email, social)
▸Fundraising & donor communications
▸Media relations & press engagement
▸Newsletter, report & campaign copywriting
▸Video production & impact storytelling
▸Stakeholder engagement & event marketing
▸Website content management & SEO
▸Cross-functional team collaboration

Professional Experience

Founder & Communications / Brand Strategy Lead

2006 to Present

Nouvelle Marketing, Milwaukee, WI

  • •Lead all aspects of internal and external communications strategy for mission-driven organizations, nonprofits, schools, and community development projects across 8 states.
  • •Developed and executed comprehensive communications plans integrating digital, social media, email marketing, video, print, and media outreach, directly aligned with fundraising and awareness goals.
  • •Supported fundraising and donor engagement efforts for nonprofit clients including Victory Christian Academy and Beulah Family Homestead through integrated video storytelling, donor email nurture campaigns, social media engagement, and optimized online giving pages.
  • •Captured and produced impact stories through video, photography, and written content for organizations including Feeding America, Safe & Sound, and Wisconsin Conservatory of Music.
  • •Managed digital channels including website development, email marketing (donor journeys, welcome series, lapsed donor reactivation), and social media strategy and content creation.
  • •Built media relationships and coordinated press engagement for nonprofit clients, increasing community visibility and stakeholder awareness.
  • •Wrote and edited content for newsletters, annual reports, press releases, fundraising appeals, capital campaign presentations, and event marketing materials.
  • •Advised nonprofit leadership and program staff on communications strategy, brand consistency, and donor messaging across all touchpoints.
  • •Supported fundraising events including galas, walks, and annual appeals with full-service marketing, creative direction, and campaign execution.
  • •Partnered with Marcus Landry at Beulah Family Homestead in Elkhorn, WI to develop brand positioning, storytelling, and fundraising communications for their mission of community food access and family support.
  • •Grew community engagement by 164% through consistent, authentic storytelling and multi-channel outreach.

Select Nonprofit & Community Clients:

HeartLove Place •Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin •Center for Urban Teaching •Safe & Sound •Wisconsin Conservatory of Music •Neighborhood House of Milwaukee •Watershed Alliance •Victory Christian Academy •Beulah Family Homestead (Elkhorn, WI) •ThriveOn King (Community Development)

Skills & Tools

Communications

  • Strategic Communications
  • Copywriting & Editing
  • Press Releases & Media Pitching
  • Newsletter & Report Writing
  • Story Capture & Narrative

Digital & Creative

  • Social Media Management
  • Email Marketing & Automation
  • Website / CMS Management
  • Video Production & Editing
  • Photography & Design

Fundraising & Strategy

  • Fundraising Campaign Marketing
  • Donor Journey & Stewardship
  • Capital Campaign Support
  • Event Marketing
  • Brand Strategy & Positioning

Education

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine Art

Milwaukee, WI

Mission Alignment

Over 95% of my career has been dedicated to nonprofit work, including more than 20 years serving Catholic and faith-based organizations, churches, and community ministries. I believe deeply in the servant leader model and have built my practice around amplifying the voices of organizations that serve those most in need. The mission of Kinship Community Food Center, engaging volunteers and residents to end hunger, isolation, and poverty, reflects the values that have guided my entire professional life and personal commitments. I am energized by the opportunity to bring nearly two decades of communications and storytelling expertise to advance Kinship's impact.