Local Business Spotlight | Forrest Doolen
NAME
Forrest Doolen
COMPANY
Make-A-Wish Wisconsin
POSITION
Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
WHO IS YOUR IDEAL CLIENT?
People who want to offer hope to kids battling critical illnesses through the power of a wish.
HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN YOUR FIELD OF WORK?
Make-A-Wish Wisconsin opened its doors in 1984 and has granted more than 7,500 wishes since then. I've been working with Make-A-Wish for over 14 years. I've always had a passion for serving the community and started as a volunteer while I worked for two different ad agencies. I eventually began working with and for nonprofits, including churches, a charter school and others.
WHAT IS ONE THING PEOPLE think THEY KNOW ABOUT YOUR JOB?
So many admire the work of Make-A-Wish and see the joy, the magic and the hope it brings. All of that is true, but it is also a lot of work. We typically grant about 400 wishes in Wisconsin each year during a normal year and it takes a lot of resources to grant those wishes.
NAME ONE THING YOU WISH PEOPLE KNEW ABOUT YOUR JOB?
Skillsets are important, but passion, commitment and collaboration are the keys to doing my job well.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?
Telling the inspiring and courageous stories of wish kids and their families.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE STARTING OUT IN YOUR INDUSTRY?
Always stay open to opportunities both volunteer and professionally. You never know how all of your experiences will prepare you for that next step.
What is the ONE book that you think I should read RIGHT NOW?
Red Shoes Living by Lonnie Mayne
CONTACT FORREST HERE:
PHONE
262-781-4445
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