Chris Harrell, Cfre Email & Phone Number

Greater Tampa Bay Area

Tampa, Florida

Expertly develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive fund development strategies encompassing endowment, planned giving, capital campaigns, and high-impact seven-figure major gifts. Skillfully cultivate and manage a diverse donor portfolio, delivering impressive results through major gifts, foundation grants, and strategic corporate sponsorships. Provide guidance and support as a dedicated mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance, and unwavering commitment to the organization's mission. Employ cutting-edge data-driven tactics to optimize donor retention, acquisition, and stewardship, ensuring lasting relationships and sustainable growth.

Clearwater, Fl

Oversaw operational direction, budget management, execution, and human resource decisions for all fund development activities at Eckerd Connects, a national organization with a $389 million budget, serving over 26,000 kids in 22 different states through public/private partnerships. Devised and executed cutting-edge fundraising strategies for all fund development initiatives, including corporate giving, donor relations, direct mail, planned giving, special events, and national annual campaigns rooted in a formalized development approach.

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Designed, executed, evaluated, and ensured accountability for all development activities including major gifts, donor engagement, direct mail, planned giving, special events, and annual campaigns, based on a well-defined development strategy. Oversaw strategic direction, budgeting, execution, and human resource decisions for all development, marketing, and community outreach activities at SPCA Tampa Bay. Served on the senior management team with direct Board responsibilities and acted as a liaison to two board committees, reporting directly to the CEO. Managed a skilled team of development, marketing, and community outreach professionals.

Tampa, Fl

Responsible for the development of major corporate sponsors, including annual fund and all fundraising events in one of the largest Boys & Girls Clubs sectors in the United States. Developed a communication and branding plan that emphasizes donor-focused fundraising strategies to increase number of donors, repeat membership and new community partnerships.

Tampa, Fl

Developed, managed, and organized Foundation special events, annual giving campaigns, and sponsorships. Managed and grew a portfolio of high-level donors, contributing to a significant increase in annual revenue. Implemented effective stewardship strategies, enhancing donor satisfaction and retention rates. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate development efforts with programmatic initiatives and outreach. Assisted with the creation and management of special events, increasing community engagement and donor support.

Tampa, Florida, United States

Tampa, Florida, United States