Provide a full range of strategy, management, philanthropy and marketing consulting services to primarily non-profit organizations focused on maximizing their impact on communities and chosen social issues. Clients and projects of note:TimeSlips - Led a 2009 modified strategic planning process resulting in the decision to scale TimeSlips in a more cost effective yet sound way. Developed proposals for specific funding targets based on the strategic plan and jointly with the Director secured several grants in the first months after finalizing the plan. Led a full strategic planning process in 2017 to refine Timeslip's business model and focus on the next stage of growth and scale. Currently serving as Interim Executive Director.ReadWorks - Providing revenue strategy and guidance to help the organization navigate the increased demand faced due to COVID-19 and grow revenue to improve long-term sustainability.The HOW Institute for Society - Providing a range of consulting services to support early development of this organization and its programs focused on moral leadership and principled decision-making. Feeding America/The Starr Foundation - Managed a multi-million dollar New York City hunger grantmaking program funded by The Starr Foundation. Provided general counsel and coaching to the Chief Development Officer.StoryCorps - Provided management consulting, organizational development, strategic and fundraising planning services. Mentor fundraising and finance staff. Provided counsel to Executive Director.

NFTE activates the entrepreneurial mindset and builds startup skills in youth from under-resourced communities to ensure their success and to create a more vibrant society.

Strategy development, alignment and execution.Identify and manage growth initiatives.Drive innovation and cross business-unit projects.Trend monitoring and competitive intelligence.Portfolio management.

* Set strategic direction for all fundraising and marketing efforts of the organization.* Led organization through the process of creating a new visual identity, tagline and key messages in first six months of tenure.* Revamped all development and marketing materials to reflect new brand, messages and broader approach to presenting the organization and its programs.* Educate staff on fundraising positioning to create partnerships of higher value for NFTE and our corporate supporters while securing more general operating funds.* Build an individual giving function focused on:a) Annual giving platforms that focus on the student experience and outcomes and give regional advisory boards clear ways to activate their networks.b) Strong donor stewardship programs to raise retention rates.c) Re-imagine the annual gala to strengthen the message to attendees while securing more revenue through integrating visibility components with larger strategic partnerships. d) Major gifts and the organization's upcoming 25th Anniversary.* Secured major new or increased support in the six to seven figure range; E*TRADE, as well as several private foundations and individual donors.* Build marketing department and programs with particular emphasis on:a) Building and launching a new website.b) Leveraging the asset of our students' educational and business stories.c) Social media presence including launching a blog and a podcast series.d) Launching an online component to NFTE's national business plan competition.e) Building a multi-purpose marketing platform to extend NFTE's brand presence in partnership with Global Entrepreneurship Week.* Focus on adding value for field offices through one-on-one consulting, annual giving tools, proposal templates, workplan templates, adaptable marketing/event materials, etc.* Member of organization's Executive Committee.* Staff development/marketing and governance committees of the Board.

* Led this leading nonprofit organizations fundraising and grantmaking functions resulting in $26 million in cash receipts in the final year of tenure.* Almost doubled cash receipts in 4 years of department leadership.* Oversaw staff of 15 across all fundraising channels.* Senior management team member.

Crafted CSR strategy and plan for the company. Provided full marketing support for Chicago and Minneapolis-St. Paul offices.