BRITTANY S. PRINGLE
Charleston,SC
Summary
Founder and CEO behind two growing brands in creative marketing and luxury travel, generating consistent six-figure revenue. Known for transforming ideas into high-impact experiences, driving business growth, and building strong, relationship-driven client networks. Combines strategic vision with execution to create innovative solutions that deliver measurable results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & CEO
Lemon Squeeze Travel
01.2023 - Current
- Launched luxury travel brand generating over six-figures in bookings per year
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Negotiated partnerships with suppliers to reduce costs, enhancing profitability with strategic sourcing.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
Founder & CEO
Lemon Squeeze Creative
01.2016 - Current
- Built and scaled branding, marketing, and events agency generating six-figure revenue
- Led campaigns and activations for 20+ clients
- Directed business strategy, pricing, and client acquisition
- Managed contractors and creative execution
- Accelerated growth based on repeat and referral sources
Director of Philanthropy
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
01.2019 - 04.2024
- Devised, implemented, and manage innovative strategies to engage and secure key prospects, successfully achieving or surpassing departmental and organizational funding objectives.
- Formulated an annual fundraising blueprint encompassing major donors, direct mail, foundation and corporate grants, special events, and capital and endowment campaigns, which significantly boosted fundraising efforts.
- Manage a personal portfolio of prospects and donors, devised customized gift strategies, and cultivated plans in collaboration with senior leadership, enhancing donor retention and contribution levels.
Associate Director
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed the full spectrum of event logistics including program planning, venue selection, invitation handling, and records administration, ensuring high-quality outcomes for each event.
- Ensured consistent branding and effective messaging for events, aligning with organizational standards and reinforcing brand identity across all event-related communications.
- Supervised and organized event committees, managed event-specific marketing strategies, and identified potential sponsors, resulting in successful event execution and maximized revenues.
Manager, Annual Fund & Alumni Relations
Claflin University
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted in fundraising efforts for a $96.4 million capital campaign, including the management of over 100 annual fund prospects and execution of a strategic direct mail program.
- Orchestrated annual class reunion campaigns and a graduating class gift program, alongside the development of giving strategies spanning mail, phone, and personal solicitations.
- Established and nurtured relationships with a diverse portfolio of alumni and parents, both domestically and internationally, maintaining regular communication through various channels and collaborating with development colleagues to boost support.
Executive Team Lead
Target Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Supervised daily operations of various logistics teams comprising of 100-150 members, ensuring adherence to replenishment and backroom best practices, and conducting regular performance evaluations involving recognition, coaching, and feedback.
- Successfully met sales targets, ranking 4 out of 63 within the district, and efficiently managed payroll, saving 2153 hours and $13,460 annually, while also reducing team injury rate by .36 in 2013.
- Cultivated effective business leaders by utilizing impactful talent management tools, provided clear guidance for new initiatives and change processes, and demonstrated leadership as a District Trainer for new executive team leaders across two districts.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
05-2018
MBA - Business Administration
Claflin University
B.S. - Business Marketing
Claflin University
Skills
- Brand Strategy
- Experiential Marketing
- Event Production
- Business Development
- Client Relations
- Luxury Travel Planning
- Fundraising Strategy
- Community Engagement
Accomplishments
Awards & Recognition
- Seventh Episcopal District, AME Church Pageant Titleholder (2024), raising nearly $10,000 to support student scholarships and mission based church initiatives
- Lay Person of the Month (2025), Bethel AME Church, recognized for outstanding volunteer service and community impact
- Featured Speaker, 2025 Easter Appreciation Event, Favor Ministries
- Speaker/Panelist Leader, Favor Ministries Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit (2025 & 2026)
- Director’s Award for Outstanding Leadership, Claflin University (2006)
Affiliations
- Bethel AME Church, Ridgeville, Board Member
- Charleston District AME Church, Board Member
- Change RVA, Founding Board Member
- Director’s Award for Outstanding Leadership, Claflin University (2006)
Certification
- Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
- Blackbaud Raiser's Edge
- Sharpe Group Gift Planning
Timeline
Founder & CEO
Lemon Squeeze Travel
01.2023 - Current
Director of Philanthropy
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
01.2019 - 04.2024
Founder & CEO
Lemon Squeeze Creative
01.2016 - Current
Associate Director
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
01.2016 - 01.2019
Manager, Annual Fund & Alumni Relations
Claflin University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Executive Team Lead
Target Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
MBA - Business Administration
Claflin University
B.S. - Business Marketing
Claflin University