David Beardsley Email & Phone Number

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

I oversee Marketing, Fundraising, Finance and other administrative functions for a theatre company performing some of the most important, entertaining and exciting plays and musicals of our time.https://speakeasystage.com

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Provide strategic leadership in the areas of Marketing; Membership; Public Programs, Events and Education; and Visitor Experience for The Trustees, a statewide conservation and preservation organization.

I help not-for-profit organizations diversify revenues beyond traditional fundraising and endowments by evaluating organizational strengths and assets to identify programs and initiatives that are on mission and also have the potential to generate net positive income. I go beyond traditional consulting in this area by writing and supporting implementation of detailed business plans. I also facilitate strategic planning sessions and write strategic plans. My background in writing for television and in playwriting makes me a strong speech writer as well.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Provided strategic direction and statewide leadership for earned income growth through the creation and management of property-based business operations, including farms, food service, retail shops, inns, campgrounds, event venues, and historic houses/gardens. Existing operations account for more than $8 million in annual revenues, up from $6 million in 2012.Key accomplishments included: Leading the team of staff and volunteers who wrote the organization's five-year strategic plan in 2013; directing 2011 launch of Appleton Farms dairy enterprise, including construction of dairy/specialty store and production facility for cheese and yogurt; guiding subsequent growth of annual Appleton dairy revenues to $500,000; guiding 2014 launch of retail food service at Naumkeag, which contributed significantly to 70% growth in annual property revenues; guiding business planning for Trustees bed and breakfast in Williamstown that produced significant growth in occupancy, annual revenues and bottom line.

Ipswich, Ma

Directed day-to-day operations at several Trustees properties, including The Crane Estate, Crane Beach, and Appleton Farms. Oversaw business operations generating $4 million in annual earned income. Oversaw visitor services and programming for more than 300,000 annual visitors.The Trustees of Reservations (www.thetrustees.org), one of Massachusetts' largest non-profit organizations, preserves properties of exceptional scenic, natural and historic significance. Working with our members, volunteers and partners, we build stronger communities through the protection and enjoyment of open space.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Provided strategic vision and directed fundraising, marketing, communications, finance, and operations for privately funded, non-profit community center experiencing explosive growth.

P&L responsibility for pharmaceutical and biotech content (online learning, training handbooks, audio conferences and newsletters). As Director of Strategic Development (2002-2006), sourced acquisitions and developed strategies for entering new markets, helping company double annual revenues to $50 million. As Executive Editor, Books (1998-2000), expanded front list from 20 new titles to 30+ and coordinated use of book content in emerging online products.

Set editorial policy and directed content development for start-up with 40+ email-based content channels. Oversaw integration with joint venture of Bertelsmann and AOL/Time Warner following 2001 acquisition. As Director of Content & Managing Editor (2000), helped establish editorial guidelines and ensured content quality.

Wrote news and features for Fast Company, The Boston Globe, WHDH-TV (NBC), and others. Wrote speeches, articles, news releases and produced videos for corporate clients and associations.

Planned and implemented public relations campaigns, with particular emphasis on public affairs, crisis communications, writing and media training.

Wrote and produced news for CNN Headline News, CNN International, and CNN Washington bureau.

B.A., English

Activities and Societies: Baseball (1984-86), Rugby (1986-88), Harvard Independent, AD Club

Ma, English

All but thesis/comprehensive exam.