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I am an international peace and conflict scholar and purpose-focused philanthropic executive driven by a commitment to global peace and development. With a rich background in the nonprofit sector, I have honed my skills as an executive and scholar, serving as a principal advisor and trusted thought partner to CEOs, governing Boards, top-level C-Suite executives, directing the best-use-of philanthropic funding and assets. Throughout my two-decade career journey, I am proud of my track record bringing transformative practices into the DNA of organizations, catalyzing change, improving organizational norms, and optimizing the implementation of donor strategies.My passion extends beyond global philanthropy, demonstrated by my deep interest to alleviate suffering caused by war, poverty, the effects of climate change, and human trafficking. Currently pursuing my master's degree at the University of North Carolina Greensboro in Peace & Conflict Studies, I believe that every individual deserves to thrive in a world free from oppression.My studies complement my professional background by deepening my understanding of how to work collaboratively with affected communities to address the root causes of conflict. I am dedicated to creating opportunities for marginalized groups to achieve transformational outcomes and believe deeply in the importance of being guided by the voices of those most impacted by the issues at hand.I look forward to having conversations on LinkedIn about leveraging the collective power of giving to create social change, inspire action, and forge a brighter tomorrow for all. Together, we can address the root causes of conflict that will lead to systemic transformation.Skills: Client engagement, building cross stakeholder relationships, conflict analysis, research, operations, communications and marketing, logistics, strategic planning, team building, writing, coaching, leadership, peace and conflict resolution, event/meeting planning, writing, and public speaking skills. Exceptional track record in people management, major gifts, annual giving, and grantmaking. Experience leading cross-cutting portfolios of fundraising programs focused on social services, public health and community building in the United States.
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Chief Development OfficerThe Fuller Project Aug 2021 - Apr 2022*Draft and manage strategic plan with a revenue goal of $3.4 million+: with a focus to support newsroom growth in South Asia and the Southeast United States with reporters covering New York, a continued partnership in Kenya, and California.*Manage and grow an everyday donor and major gifts program that successfully and strategically identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards Fuller Project donors and prospects and supports Board, CEO and senior staff on strategic and tactical fundraising plans for individual and institutional donors. *Hire and manage Development Associate in professional growth and success across updating CRM system to cultivate and steward individual and institutional donors. -
Managing Director Of DevelopmentEquitas Academy Charter Schools Jul 2019 - Aug 2021Los Angeles, California*Provide strategic leadership and planning for all development activities, including major events, individual donor and major giving programs, corporate and foundation relations.*Strengthen and develop foundation grants by identifying, managing and stewarding foundation partners.*Collaborate and work closely with Governing Board and committees to recruit new board members, increase engagement and diversify funding sources and design Governing Board meetings that contain development, learning and relationship building--resulting in board members who are empowered and motivated to provide effective support. -
Director Corporate Relations & Special EventsThe Salvation Army California South Division Jun 2016 - Jul 2019Greater Los Angeles Area*Lead corporate relations, community engagement and special events department in the conception, planning and execution of development department initiatives with an income goal of over $3 million. Increased revenues of the Annual Christmas Luncheon by 60% in the first year and revenue of The Sally Awards by 200% over two years.*Facilitate the engagement and growth of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Advisory Board through setting board terms, writing board bylaws and social agreements, and identifying areas of mission resonance.*Manage a portfolio of corporate relations and community engagement partners for various companies including: The Home Depot, Cheesecake Factory, Deloitte, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, KPMG, In-N-Out, Kaiser, Payden & Rygel, Union Bank, Planet Fitness & Walmart. -
ConsultantCathy Casey Events Aug 2006 - Jun 2016Venice, Ca*Founder and president of a full-service fundraising company that provided clients with successful campaigns, event planning and event production and applied extensive planning experience to a wide variety of special events ranging from the Delete Blood Cancer Gala to the 60th Anniversary Celebration for Cornell University’s ILR Labor Extension Programs to a donor cultivation party at Stella McCartney, from a boisterous wedding in the Hudson Valley to the red-carpet movie premiere for Bella.*Served for-purpose and corporate clients including Helen Keller International, the American Cancer Society, DKMS Delete Blood Cancer, Bally, Jimmy Choo, Stella McCartney, Advocates for Children, and Africare.*Managed two full time employees and up to twelve contract staff in execution of production design, marketing and communications and event logistics.
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Director, Special EventsAmerican Cancer Society Sep 2003 - Aug 2007*Created and rejuvenated black-tie fundraising galas through establishing and managing corporate partnerships, everyday donors and major gifts, and fundraising leadership councils*Managed support staff, recruited high-level volunteers to join planning committees, identified and secured honorees and gala chairs, ran all event logistics, maintained budgets, and produced financial reports.*Created a new financial services industry gala, the Corporate Cares Gala, which raised $550,000 with 300 guests in its first year and rejuvenated the existing 28th Annual Wine & Spirits Industry Gala with a 26% fundraising increase in one year. -
Director, Special EventsThe Horticultural Society Of New York Dec 2001 - Sep 2003*Designed, created and planned fundraising events to meet development department budget goals with annual income goals of $750,000.*Worked closely with the board of directors and benefit leadership to provide individual fundraising strategy and leadership structure to meet and exceed fundraising goals.
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Special Events CoordinatorInez Weinstein Special Events Aug 2000 - Dec 2001New York, New York*Coordinated logistics, fundraising, marketing and production of for-purpose special events with goals ranging from $400,000-$4,000,000.*Recruited and managed volunteer gala chairs and committee members from the corporate and NYC social sectors to generate fundraising for each initiative.
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Cathy Knowles Education Details
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Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution
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Cathy Knowles's current role is International Peace and Conflict Scholar | Philanthropic Executive | Change Agent.
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What schools did Cathy Knowles attend?
Cathy Knowles attended University Of North Carolina At Greensboro, Southern California Leadership Network, University Of North Carolina At Greensboro.
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Cathy Knowles has interest in Volunteer, Summer 2013 Board Member And Volunteer, Irc 2007 2011 Tutor, 2008site Captain, Children, Education, Environment, Human Rights, Ny Cares School Clean Up 2001, Civil Rights And Social Action.
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