Jon Dodson Email & Phone Number

Hockley, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, United States

• Lead the comprehensive management and optimization of the advancement database, including overseeing upgrades, conversions, and regular system maintenance. Ensure the integrity of financial, biographical, and demographic data to support donor relations, fundraising, and alumni engagement efforts.• Act as the lead technical expert, coordinating gift processing, pledge management, and database upkeep to ensure accurate and timely donor record management.• Design and implement detailed reporting strategies, including the development and maintenance of all advancement reports and data analyses, ensuring data-driven decisions across the Foundation.• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, managing critical systems such as the Foundation’s website, email accounts, purchasing processes, phone systems, and cloud-based solutions (e.g., Syncplicity) to streamline operational efficiency.• Provide operational support for philanthropic initiatives, including overseeing fundraising campaigns, capital campaigns, alumni relations, event coordination, and donor stewardship to ensure a seamless and integrated approach to outreach.

Kerrville, Tx

• Directed marketing, fundraising, and communications efforts for the organization, including overseeing the successful management of five annual charity golf tournaments with more than 100 players per event.• Wrote and designed compelling direct-mail appeals to increase donor engagement and secure critical funding. Successfully authored and submitted grant requests, securing funding from multiple local foundations.• Developed and distributed press releases to local media outlets to enhance public visibility and awareness of organizational initiatives.• Managed donor database, ensuring the accuracy of donor records and generating customized reports for executive leadership to guide decision-making.• Administered and maintained critical platforms such as Constant Contact, social media accounts (Facebook, LinkedIn), and GoDaddy for domain management. Led the design, development, and ongoing maintenance of the organization's website using WordPress.• Created and implemented an efficient workflow process for homeowners, guiding applicants from recruitment through homeownership. Developed user manuals and an administrator how-to guide to ensure clarity and consistency in the process.• Coordinated more than 250 volunteers annually, managing volunteer hours, background checks, training, and event logistics, helping to achieve over 8,000 volunteer hours per year.

Medina, Tx

• Managed a Raiser’s Edge database with over 90,000 donor records, ensuring the integrity of data, regular updates, and integration of new prospects based on ongoing research.• Designed and created custom dashboards for development officers to record visit notes and track interactions, enabling real-time reporting for executive leadership and enhancing fundraising efforts.• Oversaw a complex database integration during the merger of two non-profit organizations, ensuring seamless data transition and system compatibility.• Assisted with the planning and execution of large-scale fundraising events, including galas and charity golf tournaments across Texas, to raise critical funds for the organization.• Served as Safety and Compliance Officer for the Medina, TX campus, ensuring all health and safety protocols were followed and maintained.

Claremore, Ok

• Provided direct mentorship and support to at-risk youth, ensuring compliance with state standards for residential group care homes.• Trained in and implemented the Managing Aggressive Behaviors Program to manage difficult behavioral situations and create a safe, nurturing environment for the children.• Developed individualized care plans and assisted in the emotional, social, and educational development of youth under care.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

• Managed a $50M+ annual sales club in Tulsa, OK, overseeing the Cash-Accounting, Membership, Marketing, Personnel, and Store-Maintenance departments to ensure smooth daily operations and customer satisfaction.• Ensured compliance with all regulatory legal policies and standards, including safety protocols, inventory control, and employee relations.• Assisted in creating, monitoring, and reviewing the club’s annual budgeting and financials, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective cost management.