Jay Katelman
Director Of Community Development
Omaha
Summary
Results-driven development and relationship management professional with 10+ years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, account management, and community engagement. Proven success growing revenue, strengthening donor relationships, leading events, and driving strategic initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Community Development
Jewish Federation of Omaha
10.2021 - Current
- Helped raise $700K+ through partnerships, grants, fundraisers, and annual campaign initiatives supporting a $3.5M campaign.
- Created and expanded a corporate partnership revenue stream while managing relationships with 135+ business partners.
- Led the Jewish Business Leaders breakfast series, including sponsorships, marketing, speaker coordination, and event logistics.
- Manage the Israel & Overseas Committee and oversee Omaha’s biennial Jewish teen trip to Israel.
- Serve on Omaha’s Partnership2Gether Executive Committee and maintain strong relationships with donors, business leaders, and community stakeholders.
LIFE & LEGACY Coordinator & OJAA Coordinator
Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Helped grow LIFE & LEGACY planned giving commitments from $21M to more than $25M.
- Managed alumni engagement initiatives through the Omaha Jewish Alumni Association.
- Created a fundraiser generating more than $13K for children’s programs.
Customer Service Representative
CommScope Corporation, Inc.
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed the company’s largest distribution account while resolving customer issues and processing orders through EDI systems.
- Utilized SAP and Salesforce to support customer operations and relationship management.
- Assisted with employee training and onboarding.
Account Coordinator
Lozier Corporation
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Supported national retail accounts including Bass Pro Shops, O’Reilly Auto Parts, and NAPA Auto Parts.
Customer Service Specialist II
ConAgra Foods, Inc.
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed customer orders and resolved account issues while supporting cross-functional teams with SAP and PeopleSoft.
- Achieved $1,500 in savings for company through proactive customer management.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Creighton University
Omaha, NE01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Omaha, NE01-2013
Skills
Fundraising strategy
Corporate partnerships
Partnership development
Sponsorship management
Community engagement
Planned giving
Donor Relations
Business Development
Nonprofit management
Account Management
Event planning
SAP
Timeline
Director of Community Development
Jewish Federation of Omaha
10.2021 - Current
LIFE & LEGACY Coordinator & OJAA Coordinator
Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation
06.2020 - 03.2023
Customer Service Representative
CommScope Corporation, Inc.
10.2016 - 10.2019
Account Coordinator
Lozier Corporation
03.2016 - 10.2016
Customer Service Specialist II
ConAgra Foods, Inc.
06.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Creighton University