Darlene Norris Email and Phone Number

A self-motivated, goal-oriented, development professional with over 25 years of experience working with high net-worth individuals/families and Fortune 500 corporations. Recognized for performance excellence and a strong track record of developing, engaging, and managing donor and partner relationships to increase financial support. A persuasive and detail-oriented communicator with strong written and verbal skills who is able to reach individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and all organizational levels.Darlene’s professional experiences to date have provided her with a broad understanding and solid skills in corporate partnerships, sponsorship, grant writing, annual giving, community events, workplace giving, service clubs, tribute and memorial giving, planned gifts, and primarily, major gift techniques.Skills:• Relationship Building & Management• Strategic Planning, Evaluation & Budgeting• Operations, Processes & Policies• Board & Volunteer Recruitment, Engagement & Training• Problem Solving & Decision Making• Leadership & Team Building• Speeches, Presentation & Facilitation Skills • Employee Performance Management, Mentoring & Coaching• Major Gifts, Capital Campaigns, Sponsorship, Event Management & Alumni Relations • Advertising, Direct Marketing, Marketing & Branding• Raiser's Edge database proficiency• Fundraising & Grant Proposals• Cultural awareness