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Founder and CEO of Slink Events has 18 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, marketing and branding.  Lindsay’s experience in sports marketing began in 2004 when she interned with the Anthony Munoz Foundation and the Marvin Lewis Community Fund (MLCF). She then joined the MLCF in 2005 when Coach Lewis formed his own 501 c (3). She helped Coach Lewis and then Executive Director, Sharon Thomas, build the organization from the ground up, quickly taking it from an initial $10,000 donation from the Bengals to one million dollars in donations. Lindsay was instrumental in the development of fundraising and marketing strategies and program development. 

  

When Ms. Thomas was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007, Lindsay’s duties increased significantly, and when Ms. Thomas’ hard-fought battle ended two years later, Lindsay was named Interim Executive Director. During this time, she added the inaugural Marvin Lewis Youth Football Camp and the Learning Is Cool program and, decreased organizational expenses, while maintaining a focus on quality. 

 
When an Executive Director was named, Lindsay assumed the role of Assistant Director, focusing primarily on relationship- building and fundraising, working with nearly 100 partner organizations to orchestrate major special events. She cultivated the Marvin Lewis Golf Classic into one of the most premiere events of its kind; her successful decision to shorten the outing to 14 holes allowed for a more relaxed and enjoyable outing and even helped raise more money at the post play auction! Another of Lindsay’s signature events, Football 101, was named “Best One-of-a-Kind Experience” in Cincinnati Magazine’s “Best of the City” Award.  

In 2014 with Coach Lewis' blessing she founded Slink Events and Consulting to help other organizations raise money through fundraising events. Her expertise in the field has helped organizations raise millions of dollars through various events such as golf outings, sports clinics, private parties, galas, live auctions and much more. She has also assisted several notable NFL players and coaches build their presence in the community helping to start their foundations and/or enhancing their brands and events to put them at the forefront of philanthropy. 

 
Lindsay fuels her passion for event planning with creativity, attention  to detail, energy, and, of course, spreadsheets. She thinks outside the box to put fresh, new ideas into play at each event, and she is absolutely committed to giving her clients an unforgettable experience. 

Lindsay is a proud graduate of the University of Dayton (Go Flyers!) with a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Marketing and  minoring in Communications. While studying at UD she was also a member of the varsity women’s softball team.  She lives in Evendale with her husband and children.