Emily Reely
About Emily Reely
Emily Reely serves as the Grants Manager at the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in marketing and account management, she specializes in researching and cultivating relationships with potential grantors.
Work at National Aquarium
Emily Reely has served as the Grants Manager at the National Aquarium since 2018. In this role, she collaborates closely with the Philanthropy team to identify and analyze potential grantors, including foundations, government agencies, and corporations. Her responsibilities include developing and nurturing long-term relationships with representatives from these entities to promote grant opportunities. She also gathers and drafts supporting information and data necessary for preparing letters of inquiry, proposals, and applications for funding.
Previous Experience in Retail Marketing
Before joining the National Aquarium, Emily Reely worked at Diamond Comic Distributors as the Retailer Marketing Manager from 2012 to 2017. During her five years in this role, she focused on marketing strategies aimed at retailers, enhancing the company's outreach and engagement within the comic distribution sector. Her experience in this position contributed to her skills in relationship management and marketing.
Background in Account Management
Emily Reely's career includes a role as an Account Manager at ADCIEO from 2011 to 2012. In this position, she managed client accounts, ensuring that their needs were met and fostering strong professional relationships. This experience laid the groundwork for her later roles in marketing and grant management.
Education and Expertise
Emily Reely earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Writing from Stevenson University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her academic background has equipped her with strong writing and analytical skills, which are essential in her current role as Grants Manager. The knowledge gained during her studies contributes to her effectiveness in drafting proposals and applications for funding.
Role as Web Content Manager
Emily Reely also held the position of Web Content Manager at Stevenson University from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she was responsible for managing and creating content for the university's web platforms. This experience enhanced her skills in content development and digital communication, which are valuable in her current position at the National Aquarium.