Kimberly Churches

Kimberly Churches Non-profit Executive Leader; Vision; Strategy; Change Management Washington, District Of Columbia Connect Connect with Kimberly Churches AAUW Florida State University See contact info 500+ connections Specialties: Leadership, Management, Strategy and Problem-Solving, Campaigns, Board and Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Major Gift Fundraising, Mentoring/Coaching Articles & activity 1,486 followers An Easy Way to Learn to Negotiate Your Next Salary Kimberly’s profile photo Kimberly Churches Published on LinkedIn When I was offered my first job, it didn’t occur to me to do anything other than to smile, say thank you and accept the deal on the spot. After all, I got an offer! Why wouldn’t I feel anything but flattered and thankful that I was the chosen candidate? The same story played out with my next position. It wasn’t until I’d been working for a few years and achieved a fairly high level of responsibility that it dawned on me that I could—and should—negotiate any job offer. By that time, the losses to my earnings had compounded. Unfortunately, I’m not the only woman with a story of how she didn’t ask for more. A recent survey by Huffington Post/Yahoo!/CARE found that 64 percent of women said they did not try to negotiate their pay the last time they were hired for a job. And among those who did? Almost two-thirds—71 percent—were successful, the survey found. We’ve heard all sorts of reasons why women hesitate to negotiate: They worry about being perceived as ungrateful or too demanding. They aren’t sure exactly how to do it. Or they simply can’t get up the nerve. Sadly, some don’t even realize that negotiation is an option—even in 2019. At AAUW, we’re on a mission to change that. While we’re continuing to fight to strengthen pay equity laws and to work with employers to change workplace culture to achieve pay equity, we also know that if more women pushed for more money, it could help to chip away at the gender wage gap. That’s why we created a free online tool called Work Smart Online, which is designed to give women the knowledge and strategies they need to negotiate for better salaries and benefits. It’s a one-hour course based on the same curriculum AAUW uses for its in-person salary-negotiation workshops in various cities across the nation. Now anyone with access to a computer, tablet or smartphone can easily learn the skills they need to bolster their earnings. Work Smart Online covers everything from how to research compensation for specific role to the actual language women should use when asking for the pay and perks they want. It informs women about the new laws preventing employers from inquiring about salary history, which can perpetuate pay discrimination that women have experienced in previous jobs. Above all, it helps women the confidence they need to be assertive when discussing their compensation. The program is effective: In surveys after our Work Smart workshops, nearly all participants reported having more confidence—and better negotiating skills—after taking the course. And, many have told us they’re received a raise, promotion or higher-paying new job. Like many women, I learned the value of negotiating the hard way. Now I’ve made it my job to ensure that you don’t have to. So, let’s get to work! Visit salary.aauw.org to get started. Onward! Kim Churches 10 Likes Like Comment Share See all articles View Kimberly Churches’ profile My latest Know Your Value blog post on the mentee/mentor relationship. Kimberly shared this 2 Likes No alternative text description for this image I will never forget this! Kimberly commented No alt text provided for this image Jennifer, it was a pleasure to join you, and I'm grateful for your leadership as well as the way you foster an international conversation on these critical issues. Embracing intersectionality and inclusion is our path forward to equity for all. AAUW Kimberly commented See all activity Experience AAUW Chief Executive Officer Company NameAAUW Dates EmployedJun 2017 – Present Employment Duration2 yrs LocationWashington, District Of Columbia The Brookings Institution Company NameThe Brookings Institution Total Duration5 yrs 10 mos TitleManaging Director Dates EmployedJan 2016 – May 2017 Employment Duration1 yr 5 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area TitleVice President for Institutional Advancement & External Relations Dates EmployedNov 2013 – Jan 2016 Employment Duration2 yrs 3 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area Show 1 more role University of Denver Company NameUniversity of Denver Total Duration3 yrs 6 mos TitleAssociate Vice Chancellor Dates EmployedFeb 2011 – Aug 2011 Employment Duration7 mos TitleAssistant Vice Chancellor for Development Dates EmployedMar 2008 – Mar 2011 Employment Duration3 yrs 1 mo Senior member of the central University Advancement for the ASCEND campaign, supervising front line development team members – nearly all of central advancement’s unit-based fundraising staff. Responsible for leading and managing the $20 million Performing Arts Campaign... See more University of North Florida Director of Development Company NameUniversity of North Florida Dates EmployedAug 2004 – Dec 2007 Employment Duration3 yrs 5 mos Responsible for all development activities in the college, raising an average of $3 million per year. Demonstrated success at securing gifts in the range of $100,000 to $1 million levels. Exceeded cash fundraising goals in 2004-2005 and 2005-2006. Raised one $1 million gift, one $375,000 gift, six $100,000 gifts, four $50,000+ gifts, and nine $25,000 gifts.... See more Broward Performing Arts Foundation Director of Development Company NameBroward Performing Arts Foundation Dates EmployedMay 1997 – Jun 2004 Employment Duration7 yrs 2 mos Promoted from Development Manager in 2003. Promoted from Annual Giving Manager in 1999 with demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major gifts in the five, six and seven-figure ranges. Directed and managed the Patrons' Circle, a membership group for major donors... See more Show 1 more experience Education Florida State University Florida State University Degree NameBachelor of Science Field Of StudyEnglish Education Licenses & Certifications Certified Fund Raising Executive Issuing authorityCFRE International Issued date and, if applicable, expiration date of the certification or licenseIssued 2002Expired 2012