Alexis Geers

Executive leader and relationship-centered organizational development professional with 15+ years of experience helping nonprofit organizations, teams, and communities grow through strategic leadership, brand management, marketing and communications, capacity building, fundraising, and community engagement. Known for building trusted relationships, strengthening organizational effectiveness, and translating organizational vision into clear, compelling messaging that connects with diverse audiences. My work has increasingly expanded into personal transformation through the creation and implementation of Mindful Badass, an online 3-week transformational program, and Mindfulness Based Wellness, combining my professional experience in communications and organizational leadership with mindfulness, facilitation, and experiential learning.

Business Office Administrator at Edward Jones (2025-01 – Present)

• Support operations and client experience within a relationship-focused financial services environment.
• Coordinate daily workflows, scheduling, and client communications to support efficient service delivery.
• Maintain operational systems, documentation, and processes that promote consistency and organization.
• Provide a high level of professionalism and responsiveness within a client-centered environment.

Organizational Development & Leadership at Independent Consultant (2018-01 – 2025-12)

• Partnered with 75+ organizations to strengthen leadership capacity, improve organizational effectiveness, diversify revenue sources and guide meaningful change.
• Designed and facilitated leadership development programs, team-building experiences, and strategic planning processes.
• Provided executive coaching, mentoring, and consulting to support leaders navigating growth, transition, and complexity.
• Developed and delivered successful, holistic fundraising efforts to include events, direct mailing, emails, digital platforms, in-person major donor efforts and Board, staff and volunteer collaboration.
• Coached staff and volunteers to level up in role, including making moves from part time staff, into Director level roles.
• Built trusted, long-term relationships through personalized engagement, thoughtful listening, and values-aligned partnership.
• Consistently increased revenues by 25 - 40%
• Consistently increased donor acquisition and retention by 30%
• Consistently increased volunteer engagement by 15%

Founder & Facilitator at Mindfulness Based Wellness & Mindful Badass (2018-01 – Present)

• Design and facilitate evidence-informed 4-week curriculum: Becoming Your Own Personal Sanctuary. Offered in person and online.
• Instructor of weekly mind-body integration course at Stillpoint Studio Vashon
• Developed and executed 3-week online course: Mindful Badass: Igniting the Life Your Crave
• Create immersive workshop experiences combining meditation, creative exploration, and team-building communication activities.
• Partner with organizations to integrate mindfulness-based practices into leadership development and workplace culture.

Director of Annual Giving at University of California, Santa Cruz (2017-01 – 2018-12)

Led relationship-based engagement initiatives supporting alumni connection, community involvement, and organizational sustainability.

• Developed engagement strategies to strengthen relationships with alumni and university stakeholders.
• Managed communication and stewardship efforts designed to increase connection and participation.
• Collaborated with leadership and campus teams to support institutional priorities.
• Built trusted relationships through personalized outreach, communication, and community engagement.

Membership Director | Brand Management | Operations at YMCA Silicon Valley – Northwest YMCA & Camp Campbell (2012-01 – 2017-12)

Led membership growth, community engagement, operational initiatives, and brand development within a mission-driven organization focused on youth development, healthy living, and community connection.

• Managed membership strategies and engagement initiatives designed to strengthen participation, retention, and member experience.
• Oversaw operational processes and service delivery improvements supporting organizational effectiveness.
• Led brand and communication initiatives to strengthen community awareness and organizational presence.
• Collaborated with staff, volunteers, and community partners to create inclusive and welcoming experiences.
• Supported team development through relationship-centered leadership, mentoring, and collaboration.

Associate of Arts in Kinesiology – Parkland College

Business Management – Western Governors University

Nursing Studies – Lutheran School of Nursing

Nonprofit Certification in Nonprofit Management – Coursera

Specialization in Fundraising and Development – UC Davis

Courses in Nonprofit Management – MindEdge