Experience

Boston Landmarks Orchestra

• United States
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co Executive Director

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  Proud to work with this orchestra and its commitment to building great community through music. Proud to work with this orchestra and its commitment to building great community through music.



From the Top

• United States
• Musicians
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Strategy Officer

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  From the Top nurtures and develops outstanding young musicians through learning and community engagement programs, media development and appearances on NPR's syndicated radio show. fromthetop.org From the Top nurtures and develops outstanding young musicians through learning and community engagement programs, media development and appearances on NPR's syndicated radio show. fromthetop.org



Deissler Consulting

• Boston, Massachusetts

• Founder

  • Oct 2019 - Present



Charlotte Symphony

• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

• President and CEO

  • Jun 2016 - Sep 2019

  I hold a core belief that the Charlotte Symphony's success will be measured by our ability to be integrated into the fabric of an increasingly diverse community. We have entered a new and important chapter of our history, one intimately tied to community dialogue, openness, and a desire to unify. Classical and Pops concerts form the bedrock of our programming. In addition, this year we have expanded beyond the mainstage, adding programs for Alzheimer's patients and caregivers, partnering with sister organizations to tackle issues of discrimination and inequality, and significantly expanding our youth education program, Project Harmony. Show less



The Chicago Academy for the Arts

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President

  • Feb 2015 - May 2016

  The Academy is one of 4 independent high schools in the US offering conservatory training in 6 arts disciplines alongside college-prep academics. • Doubled Board giving in first six months • Delivered first faculty salary increase in 5 years • Developed partnerships with Chicago Architecture Biennial, Columbia College, Roosevelt University, Broadway in Chicago, Siskel Theatre and Lyric Opera • Restructured Board committees, cultivated and secured new chairs • Accomplished major leasehold improvements paid for by landlord. Show less



Artis—Naples

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Advancement Officer

  • May 2012 - Jan 2015

  New position to develop sustainable revenue streams and eliminate recurring deficits. Responsible for $23m contributed and earned revenue; oversight of development, marketing, box office, event services, PR, café, bars, and shop; staff of 52. • Achieved highest annual giving ($8.0m) in 14 years • Designed and executed high-end galas that increased net revenue six-fold • Increased individual donors 49% in nine months • Increased overall subscription revenue 45% • Reduced marketing expenses by 30% • Created high performing team resulting in higher patron retention and increased revenue. Show less



Los Angeles Philharmonic

• United States
• Musicians
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director of Campaigns and Major Gifts

  • Dec 2010 - May 2012

  Responsible for creating and implementing strategy to maximize contributed income. Lead both annual ($24m) and comprehensive campaign efforts ($360m). Manage, mentor and motivate staff of 24. • Developed and implemented strategic plan to increase annual giving 15% over budget • Increased gifts of $10,000 by 20% in first 7 months • Secured 7 gifts of $100k+. Responsible for creating and implementing strategy to maximize contributed income. Lead both annual ($24m) and comprehensive campaign efforts ($360m). Manage, mentor and motivate staff of 24. • Developed and implemented strategic plan to increase annual giving 15% over budget • Increased gifts of $10,000 by 20% in first 7 months • Secured 7 gifts of $100k+.



Save the Children UK

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Major Gifts and Foundations

  • Jan 2009 - Sep 2010

  Responsible for building major gifts and foundation teams to meet revenue goals for operating needs and long term campaign goals. Manage staff of 14. • Achieved $14m in annual giving revenue, 10% over budget despite recessionary climate • Recruited and trained 16 member volunteer Campaign Board who contributed $9.5m • Increased major donor giving by 20% Responsible for building major gifts and foundation teams to meet revenue goals for operating needs and long term campaign goals. Manage staff of 14. • Achieved $14m in annual giving revenue, 10% over budget despite recessionary climate • Recruited and trained 16 member volunteer Campaign Board who contributed $9.5m • Increased major donor giving by 20%



MD Consulting

• London, United Kingdom

• Consultant

  • May 2007 - Jan 2009

  Specializing in marketing, fundraising, board development and governance for start-ups, small and mid-sized non-profits. Clients in US, UK, Europe and Africa. Specializing in marketing, fundraising, board development and governance for start-ups, small and mid-sized non-profits. Clients in US, UK, Europe and Africa.



Handel and Haydn Society

• United States
• Music
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CEO

  • Aug 1984 - Apr 2007

  Designed vision, strategic direction and oversight for organization performing 50+ events annually. Plan and execute 2 international tours and 10 recordings. • Achieved international reputation through recruitment of top conductors and artists, award-winning recordings, tours, and innovative multi-disciplinary collaborations •Achieved surpluses in 21 of 23 years• Raised $4m endowment and $500k cash reserves • Recruited and trained over 80 Board members• Increased earned revenue 100% in 5 years Show less

• Development Director

  • Aug 1982 - Aug 1984