Erin Mellott
About Erin Mellott
Erin Mellott serves as the Manager of Individual Giving at The Walters Art Museum, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in non-profit arts organizations and has held various roles that emphasize project management and strategic contributions.
Current Role at The Walters Art Museum
Erin Mellott serves as the Manager of Individual Giving at The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, MD. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the museum's fundraising efforts and donor engagement strategies. In her role, she focuses on building relationships with individual donors and enhancing the museum's financial sustainability through targeted giving initiatives.
Previous Experience in Non-Profit Organizations
Prior to her current role, Erin Mellott worked at several non-profit organizations. She was the Manager of the Annual Fund at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra from 2017 to 2019, where she was responsible for managing fundraising campaigns. Additionally, she served as the Gift Planning Coordinator at Johns Hopkins University from 2015 to 2017, focusing on planned giving strategies. Her experience includes providing administrative support and project management within various arts organizations.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Erin Mellott earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry from Towson University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. This educational background provided her with a strong analytical foundation, which she applies in her professional roles, particularly in project management and strategic planning within the arts sector.
Early Career Development
Erin Mellott began her career with various internships and entry-level positions. She worked as a Campus Intern for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA at Towson University from 2011 to 2012. Following this, she served as an Editorial Assistant at Words & Numbers for three months in 2012. Additionally, she worked as a Qualitative Assistant at Baltimore Research from 2010 to 2011, gaining valuable experience in research and administrative support.
Skills and Professional Values
Erin Mellott values positions that allow for immediate and strategic value contribution and skillset development. She is experienced in shepherding projects from start to finish, particularly in enhancing networking opportunities within the arts sector. Her proven track record includes providing excellent internal and external administrative support, which is essential in her roles within non-profit organizations.