Paul Hanson Email & Phone Number

Omaha, Ne

Saint Paul Mn

• Stewarded transformational gift relationships and projects in collaboration with the Vice President of Development and the Presiding Bishop.• Secured a $2.5 million gift commitment in the first year.• Rescued a $1 million gift in jeopardy and effectively stewarded the organization’s top donor relationship.

Saint Paul, Mn

• Played a senior role in a dynamic fundraising team, raising over $10 million annually.• Managed a portfolio of 120 prospects and donors, soliciting gifts ranging from $10,000 to $2 million.• Oversaw a team of major gift officers and played a key role in reshaping the seminary’s vision as part of the innovation team.

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

• Provided spiritual care for staff and the public in moments of crisis and loss.• Regular instructor of Citizens’ Emergency Response Training sessions.

Chicago, Il

• Raised funds and administered a seminary scholarship program for the ELCA.• Developed a new model, incentivizing cooperation from regional fundraising staff and bishops.• Managed a portfolio of 200 major gift prospects, led major annual banquet events, and successfully raised $3 million annually.

Brookings, South Dakota, United States

• Oversaw a congregation of 1,400 baptized members and managed a staff of 10.• Directed budgeting, capital campaigns, and a major building project.• Served as Director of SD Synod’s $3 million Answer the Call campaign in 2005-2006.

Ba, English

Activities and Societies: Blue Key Honor Society, Concert Band, Northlanders Jazz, Brass Choir, Campus Ministry, Hockey team BA, English.

Education record

M. Div.