Kai Frolich

Developing strong tourism-based communities through achievable housing.

Portland, Maine, United States

About

Experience

  • Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer at Placemate (formerly Landing Locals)
    Nov 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 8 mos

    Placemate is bridging the gap between underutilized properties and locals who need seasonal and long-term housing in tourist towns. Our trusted online platform allows homeowners and property managers to list their properties and connect with vetted locally employed tenants seeking housing. We work with local government teams to develop and administer various housing incentive programs, which provide grants to homeowners who rent to local employees. We operate in eight markets across the country, with two more East Coast launches coming in Spring 2024. All inquiries can be directed to: [email protected]

  • Peer Health Exchange (2 yrs 8 mos)
    • Individual Giving Manager
      Jul 2016 - Oct 2017 · 1 yr 4 mos

      Managed PHE’s individual giving portfolio at the National level. Crafted individual giving best practices in donor development and pipeline growth across the organization. Supported senior External Affairs staff in reaching key fundraising goals.

    • Executive Assistant
      Mar 2015 - Jun 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

      • Provided critical, high-level support to the Chief Officer Team • Managed the schedules of the Chief Officer Team • Provided general administrative and operational support • Provided development support • Provided support to the PHE National Board

  • Top Host at Eatwith
    May 2014 - Feb 2015 · 10 mos

    • One of the first nine hosts launching the San Francisco market, where EatWith is headquartered. • Plan and execute regional Italian dinners for 10 people in my home, researching extensively on the regional specialties of each area.

  • Customer Experience Manager at Tomato Sherpa
    Jan 2014 - Jul 2014 · 7 mos

    • Have overseen all corporate accounts and led growth from 50 to 250 meals/week. • Work with CEO on developing sales funnel - including managing CRM, handling all inbound leads, leading sales meetings, launching new accounts, and planning and executing events.

  • Operations Consultant at Tomato Sherpa
    Aug 2013 - Jan 2014 · 6 mos

    • Focus on improving customer experience and decreasing operational complexity.