As a Director on the Investor Relations team, Michael builds and engages a growing network of political philanthropists committed to nonpartisan election reform.

Fundraising and Investor Relations: Cultivate networks of high-net-worth individuals and families to raise substantial political and philanthropic investments at the intersection of climate change, democracy and technology. Aligned portion of Foundation endowment with ESG (environmental, social and governance) investment criteria. Member of Toniic (Global Impact Investing Network) and Red Thread Ventures (network of angel investors focused on global social ventures). Representation and Partnerships: Established long-term partnerships with key organizations, foundations, and donors to spur social change. Represented Foundation at New York Climate week (2019), SAP Sustainable Development Forum, and Threshold Foundation’s Annual Meeting. Philanthropy and Stewardship: Develop and evaluate a yearly portfolio of leaders and organizations that are leading the way in addressing systems level challenges through technological innovation and collaboration.

Firms include: williamsworks, Circadian Media Labs, Threshold Foundation, Ashton Simpson for Portland MetroStrategic Partnerships: Developed engagement strategy with leading philanthropic foundations and CSR programs that led to increased investment and issue awareness for projects across client portfolios. Established relationships with a global network of executives, principals and leading philanthropists that closed deals and moved projects to completion. Built partnership evaluation frameworks that streamlined the assessment process and established clear criteria for effective vetting for one of the largest hearing aid manufacturers in the world. Business Development: Developed a pipeline of high-quality prospects with landscape analysis and relationship mapping for a multi-million dollar capital raise. Engaged network of high-net-worth funders with targeted pitch that led to successful implementation of regenerative agriculture initiative. Produced pitch materials, development frameworks and organizational strategy documents for a diversity of projects that increased the clarity and efficacy of propositions. Conducted competitive landscape analyses that informed development strategy and highlighted specific weaknesses within key pitch materials. Developed and managed a fundraising campaign for a regional elected official that led to his successful election and increased campaign budget.Program Development: Program Management: Established internal structures and processes that increased team communication and streamlined work streams. Facilitated team meetings and working sessions that advanced high-quality client deliverables. Managed teams of consultants and vendors across complex projects and campaigns. Produced and facilitated meeting agendas with executives and principals that led to clear action items and defined responsibilities.

Political Strategy, Policy and Outreach: Developed 2020/21 political strategy across 5 Southern states with a focus on high impact opportunities that influenced upwards of $12 million in new investments. Led outreach to policymakers and thought leaders in the region and organized engagement opportunities with stakeholder coalitions. Conducted research and incorporated findings on working group values, pinch points, and long-term goals.Strategic Communications: Established long-term partnerships with key political leaders and statewide donor advisors that led to increased investments and ongoing collaboration. Conceptualized communications strategy and delivered creative pitch decks to elected officials, stakeholders, and executives. Prepared executive leadership with policy briefs, persuasive messaging, and investment recommendations. Facilitated internal member meetings, project evaluations and steering committee working groups. Campaign Management and Fundraising: Built and managed organizational systems that increased member engagement and streamlined investments, impact assessments and information sharing. Developed internal subcommittee process for efficient project proposals and long-term organizational tracking. Coordinated organizational transition heading into 2021 restructuring. Developed membership fee structure and coordinated fundraising efforts for new/existing programs.

Political Communications and Advocacy: Developed policy positions, speeches, briefings, and reports. Prepared policy recommendations for candidates and drove day-to-day media relations, including pitching new stories, drafting persuasive policy statements, and strategic communications plans. Staff Management: Managed staff of 10 during high-profile race, including weekly reporting, employee evaluations, and budgeting processes. Managed day-to-day deliverables from political consultants and senior advisors. Fundraising and Coalitions: Created and executed public and private donor events for diverse groups ranging from 20-150 supporters. Established strategic partnerships with party leadership and secured funding from interest groups. Organized coalitions and working groups committed to advancing my candidate’s political profile.

Researched the legislative process at both the city and state level, including lobby groups, to identify opportunitiesIdentified multi-modal transit project that aligned with Representative Read's agenda and interests and bounced it to the policy specialist for him to share with the Representative