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Chapel Hill, Nc, Us

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Lead role in the development and implementation of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including annual campaigns, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grant programs working in collaboration with Executive Director, Director of Finance & Operations, and Board of Directors to ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

As Chief Development Officer and a member of the senior leadership team my position is responsible for leading InterAct's resource development program and implementing and evaluating strategic and tactical resource development goals in partnership with Executive Director and the Board of Directors.* Managed overall development and communications activities resulting in increased donor and community outreach, stewardship, and social media visibility,* Closed over $100,000 in donations… Show more As Chief Development Officer and a member of the senior leadership team my position is responsible for leading InterAct's resource development program and implementing and evaluating strategic and tactical resource development goals in partnership with Executive Director and the Board of Directors.* Managed overall development and communications activities resulting in increased donor and community outreach, stewardship, and social media visibility,* Closed over $100,000 in donations from individual and corporate donors through cultivation and solicitation. * Increased EOY revenues by 27 percent and average donor gift amount by $123 per gift.• Responsible for $120,000 in grant awards from first-time grant funders.* Implemented comprehensive marketing communications strategy resulting in increased awareness, increased donor participation and average gift amount, as well acquiring new donors. Show less

Raleigh, Nc

As a member of the Executive Leadership team this role is responsible for the oversight and management of Development and Communications Departments working closely with CEO and Board on strategic growth initiatives both short-term and long-term with an emphasis on sustainability. Key accomplishments include:* 40 percent year/year increase in revenue* Developed and implemented stewardship matrix resulting in 46 percent donor retention rate* Served as member of strategic planning… Show more As a member of the Executive Leadership team this role is responsible for the oversight and management of Development and Communications Departments working closely with CEO and Board on strategic growth initiatives both short-term and long-term with an emphasis on sustainability. Key accomplishments include:* 40 percent year/year increase in revenue* Developed and implemented stewardship matrix resulting in 46 percent donor retention rate* Served as member of strategic planning committee to develop 5-year organizational strategic plan Show less

Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle's provides solutions to end hunger serving 7 counties including Wake, Durham, Orange, Chatham, Johnston, Nash and Edgecombe. At Interfaith-Food Shuttle We FEED our neighbors, TEACH self-sufficiency, GROW healthy foods, and CULTIVATE innovative approaches to end hunger in North Carolina.Lead role for the overall planning and implementation of a comprehensive development program in support of organizational mission. Primary responsibility for managing… Show more Inter-Faith Food Shuttle's provides solutions to end hunger serving 7 counties including Wake, Durham, Orange, Chatham, Johnston, Nash and Edgecombe. At Interfaith-Food Shuttle We FEED our neighbors, TEACH self-sufficiency, GROW healthy foods, and CULTIVATE innovative approaches to end hunger in North Carolina.Lead role for the overall planning and implementation of a comprehensive development program in support of organizational mission. Primary responsibility for managing relationships with donors, partnering organizations, and interested constituents. Provide overall direction of Marketing & Communications including events to increase greater awareness throughout the broader Triangle community. Show less

Modesto, California Area

Provided leadership and oversight of comprehensive development program reporting directly to CEO and Executive Board to increase overall fundraising revenues; successfully implementing individual giving initiatives, annual and end of year campaigns. Key accomplishments:* 30 percent increase in annual fund revenues as a result of direct solicitations* Identified and solicited leadership giving prospects with capacity of $25,000+ in coordination with Resource Development… Show more Provided leadership and oversight of comprehensive development program reporting directly to CEO and Executive Board to increase overall fundraising revenues; successfully implementing individual giving initiatives, annual and end of year campaigns. Key accomplishments:* 30 percent increase in annual fund revenues as a result of direct solicitations* Identified and solicited leadership giving prospects with capacity of $25,000+ in coordination with Resource Development Committee resulting in 2 gifts totalling $25,000 * 55 percent increase in end of year revenues over previous two years as a result of end of year direct mail and social media campaign * Created and managed communications plan including digital newsletter and social media resulting in increased visibility to target constituency by 25 percent* Increased board member participation in cultivation and stewardship activities* 5 percent increase in grant funding over previous 12 month period through written proposal solicitations* Supervised direct report staff Show less

Oakland, Ca

Lead role in the overall management of new individual donor program including identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewardship of individual major donor gift program. Planned, managed, and executed external relations communications to further advance organization's mission. Key accomplishments:* 60 percent increase in secured new funding through face-to-face and written proposal solicitations in the five and six figure range* Community outreach in assigned… Show more Lead role in the overall management of new individual donor program including identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewardship of individual major donor gift program. Planned, managed, and executed external relations communications to further advance organization's mission. Key accomplishments:* 60 percent increase in secured new funding through face-to-face and written proposal solicitations in the five and six figure range* Community outreach in assigned region with key external stakeholders; pursuing leads (individuals and corporations) to forge new relationships* Secured first-time corporate sponsorships totaling more than $50,000 for community event* Planned, managed and executed community outreach event attended by 175 local, business, education, and community leaders* Recruited and managed volunteer advisory board to assist with organizing event Show less

Delray Beach, Fl

Owner, President Utilizing past experience in the field of Development, executed industry research and analysis, identified prospective customer base, and developed strategic plan to finance and open new olive oil tasting boutique. Key accomplishments:* Developed comprehensive business plan and financial statements resulting in securing $50,000 SBA startup funds* Created ongoing strategic relationships/partnerships with neighboring complimentary businesses to cross-promote… Show more Owner, President Utilizing past experience in the field of Development, executed industry research and analysis, identified prospective customer base, and developed strategic plan to finance and open new olive oil tasting boutique. Key accomplishments:* Developed comprehensive business plan and financial statements resulting in securing $50,000 SBA startup funds* Created ongoing strategic relationships/partnerships with neighboring complimentary businesses to cross-promote and generate new business revenues* Built 500+ customers to insure loyalty and repeat business year 1* Conducted email campaigns to customer database to promote in-store events, special promotions resulting in gross revenues over $100,000 year 1 Show less

Palm Beach, Fl

Fundraising consultant; major gifts, capital campaign, board training and development, strategic planning, nonprofit marketing and messaging, legacy giving program, trends in the nonprofit fundraising environment.

Raleigh, Nc

Coordinated with Department Head and key faculty to lead overall planning and implementation of new and comprehensive development program to support departmental mission and advisory board strategic plan through identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gifts from stakeholders, corporate partners, and friends. Managed portfolio of 250+ prospects. Key accomplishments:* Worked together with advisory board to implement strategic plan; recommended new board members*… Show more Coordinated with Department Head and key faculty to lead overall planning and implementation of new and comprehensive development program to support departmental mission and advisory board strategic plan through identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gifts from stakeholders, corporate partners, and friends. Managed portfolio of 250+ prospects. Key accomplishments:* Worked together with advisory board to implement strategic plan; recommended new board members* Liaised with faculty to create and implement new Health Systems Program serving key constituency resulting in increased visibility; identified and secured corporate support totaling more than $100K year one, 100 percent renewal year two* Face-to-face solicitation visits resulting in $150K in first-time gifts Show less

Boca Raton, Fl

Directed, planned and coordinated development activities for three Broward campuses, acting as liaison to the main Boca Raton campus. Primary responsibility for establishing relationships with key constituents in the Broward County region including community/business leaders and stakeholders for the purpose of establishing new fundraising program. Managed portfolio of 200 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Secured first-time corporate $25K gift to support new program *… Show more Directed, planned and coordinated development activities for three Broward campuses, acting as liaison to the main Boca Raton campus. Primary responsibility for establishing relationships with key constituents in the Broward County region including community/business leaders and stakeholders for the purpose of establishing new fundraising program. Managed portfolio of 200 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Secured first-time corporate $25K gift to support new program * Generated first-time unrestricted annual funds * Established relationships with key community leaders and attended community events * Consulted on best practices concerning scholarships and award processes Show less

Springfield, Ma

Qualified, cultivated, solicited, and stewarded key stakeholders with giving potential of $5,000 or more. Managed prospect pool of 185 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Identified, qualified, cultivated, and established initial relationships with alumni and key constituents with no prior giving history or relationship with college resulting in first-time giving support* Face-to-face solicitations of $5K to $100K range resulting in support of capital campaign… Show more Qualified, cultivated, solicited, and stewarded key stakeholders with giving potential of $5,000 or more. Managed prospect pool of 185 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Identified, qualified, cultivated, and established initial relationships with alumni and key constituents with no prior giving history or relationship with college resulting in first-time giving support* Face-to-face solicitations of $5K to $100K range resulting in support of capital campaign initiatives* Developed written proposals for campaign naming opportunities specific to donors’ preferences resulting in campaign gifts, largest gift $250K* Directed volunteer staff and coordinated employee campaign in support of campus-wide capital campaign Show less

Amherst, Ma

Collaborated as member of development team responsible for qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding alumni, parents and friends. Managed pool of 200 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Face-to-face solicitations resulting in first-time gifts of $150K* Secured multi-year campaign pledges of $5K - $10K in consultation with department heads, faculty, campaign volunteers to fund capital projects resulting in $150K in campaign commitments* Organized events to… Show more Collaborated as member of development team responsible for qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding alumni, parents and friends. Managed pool of 200 + prospects. Key accomplishments:* Face-to-face solicitations resulting in first-time gifts of $150K* Secured multi-year campaign pledges of $5K - $10K in consultation with department heads, faculty, campaign volunteers to fund capital projects resulting in $150K in campaign commitments* Organized events to strengthen alumni relations in NYC and Boston (65 attendees per event) Show less

B.B.A., Marketing

Activities and Societies: Magna Cum Laude Business Marketing Major

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (Aas), Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa