Experience

Yamba Malawi

• Malawi
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of US and Managing Director

  • 2021 - Present

  Yamba Malawi transforms children’s lives by empowering communities to break the cycle of poverty. With community-led programs centered around childhood wellbeing, sustainable businesses, and financial inclusion, our Childhoods & Livelihoods Program is building new beginnings for children, and lasting change for their communities. Together, we can end childhood poverty. Yamba Malawi transforms children’s lives by empowering communities to break the cycle of poverty. With community-led programs centered around childhood wellbeing, sustainable businesses, and financial inclusion, our Childhoods & Livelihoods Program is building new beginnings for children, and lasting change for their communities. Together, we can end childhood poverty.



Columbia University School of Professional Studies

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Adjunct Professor

  • 2021 - Present

  Lecturer in Master of Science in Nonprofit Management Program that uses teaching methodology based on the scholar/practitioner model of learning. Responsibilities include leading core courses, including capstone and communications for nonprofits. Lecturer in Master of Science in Nonprofit Management Program that uses teaching methodology based on the scholar/practitioner model of learning. Responsibilities include leading core courses, including capstone and communications for nonprofits.



Juice Box Project

• Non-profit Organization Management

• Co-Founder and President

  • 2020 - Present

  The Juice Box Project believes that every kid should have the chance to succeed in life. With an entire generation at risk of being left behind due to longstanding systemic inequities that have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, it aims to create intergenerational economic mobility for youth from underserved communities by empowering them to start and run their own businesses. Responsibilities include nonprofit formation, strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board… Show more The Juice Box Project believes that every kid should have the chance to succeed in life. With an entire generation at risk of being left behind due to longstanding systemic inequities that have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, it aims to create intergenerational economic mobility for youth from underserved communities by empowering them to start and run their own businesses. Responsibilities include nonprofit formation, strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, and program innovation. Show less The Juice Box Project believes that every kid should have the chance to succeed in life. With an entire generation at risk of being left behind due to longstanding systemic inequities that have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, it aims to create intergenerational economic mobility for youth from underserved communities by empowering them to start and run their own businesses. Responsibilities include nonprofit formation, strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board… Show more The Juice Box Project believes that every kid should have the chance to succeed in life. With an entire generation at risk of being left behind due to longstanding systemic inequities that have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, it aims to create intergenerational economic mobility for youth from underserved communities by empowering them to start and run their own businesses. Responsibilities include nonprofit formation, strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, and program innovation. Show less



McCall Impact Consulting LLC

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services

• Chief Executive Officer

  • 2009 - Present

  McCall Nonprofit Consulting helps organizations innovate and implement sustainable approaches to scale impact, grow revenue, develop people, build equity, and elevate brand. Client highlights below. McCall Nonprofit Consulting helps organizations innovate and implement sustainable approaches to scale impact, grow revenue, develop people, build equity, and elevate brand. Client highlights below.



Kesem

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • 2019 - 2020

  Kesem is the nation's largest service provider to children impacted by a parent’s cancer. Through a network of 132 college chapters that engage over 6,000 student leaders annually, Kesem delivers life-changing free summer camp and year-round programs and provides an ongoing community of hope and support to more than 12,000 kids every year. As CEO, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, talent development, board management, program… Show more Kesem is the nation's largest service provider to children impacted by a parent’s cancer. Through a network of 132 college chapters that engage over 6,000 student leaders annually, Kesem delivers life-changing free summer camp and year-round programs and provides an ongoing community of hope and support to more than 12,000 kids every year. As CEO, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, talent development, board management, program innovation, and brand growth. Grew sustainable revenue by 20 percent to realize $14.5 million budget; led a dispersed team of 50 staff. Show less Kesem is the nation's largest service provider to children impacted by a parent’s cancer. Through a network of 132 college chapters that engage over 6,000 student leaders annually, Kesem delivers life-changing free summer camp and year-round programs and provides an ongoing community of hope and support to more than 12,000 kids every year. As CEO, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, talent development, board management, program… Show more Kesem is the nation's largest service provider to children impacted by a parent’s cancer. Through a network of 132 college chapters that engage over 6,000 student leaders annually, Kesem delivers life-changing free summer camp and year-round programs and provides an ongoing community of hope and support to more than 12,000 kids every year. As CEO, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, talent development, board management, program innovation, and brand growth. Grew sustainable revenue by 20 percent to realize $14.5 million budget; led a dispersed team of 50 staff. Show less



Playworks

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Executive Director

  • 2013 - 2019

  Playworks is the leading national nonprofit that improves learning, increases fitness, builds social and emotional skills, and reduces bullying by providing safe, healthy, and inclusive play and sports programs to more than 1,250,000 girls and boys at nearly 2,500 inner-city schools nationwide at recess and throughout the entire school day through direct, training and consultative services. Locally, its life-changing programs reach 150,000 students. As Executive Director, responsibilities… Show more Playworks is the leading national nonprofit that improves learning, increases fitness, builds social and emotional skills, and reduces bullying by providing safe, healthy, and inclusive play and sports programs to more than 1,250,000 girls and boys at nearly 2,500 inner-city schools nationwide at recess and throughout the entire school day through direct, training and consultative services. Locally, its life-changing programs reach 150,000 students. As Executive Director, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, staff growth, board development, program management, and regional innovation. Grew budget by 400 percent to $4.5 million and services by 10x to 249 schools, and led multi-office distributed operations including 50 staff and AmeriCorps members. Selected for the German Marshall Fund of the United States State of Play tour fellowship. Secured $7.0 million in expansion funding from the late Buffalo Bills owner Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation. Show less Playworks is the leading national nonprofit that improves learning, increases fitness, builds social and emotional skills, and reduces bullying by providing safe, healthy, and inclusive play and sports programs to more than 1,250,000 girls and boys at nearly 2,500 inner-city schools nationwide at recess and throughout the entire school day through direct, training and consultative services. Locally, its life-changing programs reach 150,000 students. As Executive Director, responsibilities… Show more Playworks is the leading national nonprofit that improves learning, increases fitness, builds social and emotional skills, and reduces bullying by providing safe, healthy, and inclusive play and sports programs to more than 1,250,000 girls and boys at nearly 2,500 inner-city schools nationwide at recess and throughout the entire school day through direct, training and consultative services. Locally, its life-changing programs reach 150,000 students. As Executive Director, responsibilities included strategic thinking, organizational leadership, revenue generation, staff growth, board development, program management, and regional innovation. Grew budget by 400 percent to $4.5 million and services by 10x to 249 schools, and led multi-office distributed operations including 50 staff and AmeriCorps members. Selected for the German Marshall Fund of the United States State of Play tour fellowship. Secured $7.0 million in expansion funding from the late Buffalo Bills owner Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation. Show less



Happy Hearts Fund (Now All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response)

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Fundraiser

  • 2010 - 2017

  Happy Hearts Fund, founded by supermodel Petra Nemcova in 2006, builds safer, more resilient schools and infrastructure in areas impacted by natural disasters and to date has built 171 schools in 11 countries including Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand, and more, helping over 101,200 children and 618,000 community members. Now merged with All Hands Volunteers to create All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response, it implements sustainable community resilience programs that address both immediate and… Show more Happy Hearts Fund, founded by supermodel Petra Nemcova in 2006, builds safer, more resilient schools and infrastructure in areas impacted by natural disasters and to date has built 171 schools in 11 countries including Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand, and more, helping over 101,200 children and 618,000 community members. Now merged with All Hands Volunteers to create All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response, it implements sustainable community resilience programs that address both immediate and future needs, to ensure a lasting impact. Responsibilities included strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, foundation relations, corporate solicitation, and events. Raised more than $38 million during tenure across Happy Hearts Fund chapters in the US, Mexico, and Indonesia. Show less Happy Hearts Fund, founded by supermodel Petra Nemcova in 2006, builds safer, more resilient schools and infrastructure in areas impacted by natural disasters and to date has built 171 schools in 11 countries including Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand, and more, helping over 101,200 children and 618,000 community members. Now merged with All Hands Volunteers to create All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response, it implements sustainable community resilience programs that address both immediate and… Show more Happy Hearts Fund, founded by supermodel Petra Nemcova in 2006, builds safer, more resilient schools and infrastructure in areas impacted by natural disasters and to date has built 171 schools in 11 countries including Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand, and more, helping over 101,200 children and 618,000 community members. Now merged with All Hands Volunteers to create All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response, it implements sustainable community resilience programs that address both immediate and future needs, to ensure a lasting impact. Responsibilities included strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, foundation relations, corporate solicitation, and events. Raised more than $38 million during tenure across Happy Hearts Fund chapters in the US, Mexico, and Indonesia. Show less



rise International, Relationships Inspiring Social Enterprise

• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2016 - 2016

  Relationships Inspiring Social Enterprise (rise) is an impactful nonprofit organization that provides life-saving programs in vulnerable African communities like Lesotho, including education and housing for orphans, and job training and mentoring for social entrepreneurs. rise is working towards a world where sustainable social enterprises, created by local social entrepreneurs from low-income countries, are the norm. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship… Show more Relationships Inspiring Social Enterprise (rise) is an impactful nonprofit organization that provides life-saving programs in vulnerable African communities like Lesotho, including education and housing for orphans, and job training and mentoring for social entrepreneurs. rise is working towards a world where sustainable social enterprises, created by local social entrepreneurs from low-income countries, are the norm. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Show less Relationships Inspiring Social Enterprise (rise) is an impactful nonprofit organization that provides life-saving programs in vulnerable African communities like Lesotho, including education and housing for orphans, and job training and mentoring for social entrepreneurs. rise is working towards a world where sustainable social enterprises, created by local social entrepreneurs from low-income countries, are the norm. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship… Show more Relationships Inspiring Social Enterprise (rise) is an impactful nonprofit organization that provides life-saving programs in vulnerable African communities like Lesotho, including education and housing for orphans, and job training and mentoring for social entrepreneurs. rise is working towards a world where sustainable social enterprises, created by local social entrepreneurs from low-income countries, are the norm. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Show less



United Nations

• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2013 - 2016

  UN Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (GIFT) aims to mobilize state and non-state actors to eradicate human trafficking by reducing both the vulnerability of potential victims and the demand for exploitation in all its forms; ensuring adequate protection and support to those who fall victim; and supporting the efficient prosecution of the criminals involved, while respecting the fundamental human rights of all persons. In carrying out its mission, it increases the knowledge and… Show more UN Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (GIFT) aims to mobilize state and non-state actors to eradicate human trafficking by reducing both the vulnerability of potential victims and the demand for exploitation in all its forms; ensuring adequate protection and support to those who fall victim; and supporting the efficient prosecution of the criminals involved, while respecting the fundamental human rights of all persons. In carrying out its mission, it increases the knowledge and awareness of human trafficking, promotes effective rights-based responses, builds the capacity of state and non-state actors, and fosters partnerships for joint action against human trafficking. Show less UN Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (GIFT) aims to mobilize state and non-state actors to eradicate human trafficking by reducing both the vulnerability of potential victims and the demand for exploitation in all its forms; ensuring adequate protection and support to those who fall victim; and supporting the efficient prosecution of the criminals involved, while respecting the fundamental human rights of all persons. In carrying out its mission, it increases the knowledge and… Show more UN Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (GIFT) aims to mobilize state and non-state actors to eradicate human trafficking by reducing both the vulnerability of potential victims and the demand for exploitation in all its forms; ensuring adequate protection and support to those who fall victim; and supporting the efficient prosecution of the criminals involved, while respecting the fundamental human rights of all persons. In carrying out its mission, it increases the knowledge and awareness of human trafficking, promotes effective rights-based responses, builds the capacity of state and non-state actors, and fosters partnerships for joint action against human trafficking. Show less



J/P Haitian Relief Organization

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2015 - 2015

  J/P HRO was founded following the 2010 earthquake by actor Sean Penn and philanthropist Sanela Diana Jenkins to save lives and build sustainable programs with the Haitian people quickly and effectively. It supports disaster-affected residents in the marginalized, high-density Port-au-Prince neighborhood of Delmas 32 and surrounding areas transition to resilient, prosperous communities. J/P HRO employs nearly 350 people, 95 percent of which are Haitian, to provide health, education and community… Show more J/P HRO was founded following the 2010 earthquake by actor Sean Penn and philanthropist Sanela Diana Jenkins to save lives and build sustainable programs with the Haitian people quickly and effectively. It supports disaster-affected residents in the marginalized, high-density Port-au-Prince neighborhood of Delmas 32 and surrounding areas transition to resilient, prosperous communities. J/P HRO employs nearly 350 people, 95 percent of which are Haitian, to provide health, education and community development, housing, and economic opportunities. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, and events. Show less J/P HRO was founded following the 2010 earthquake by actor Sean Penn and philanthropist Sanela Diana Jenkins to save lives and build sustainable programs with the Haitian people quickly and effectively. It supports disaster-affected residents in the marginalized, high-density Port-au-Prince neighborhood of Delmas 32 and surrounding areas transition to resilient, prosperous communities. J/P HRO employs nearly 350 people, 95 percent of which are Haitian, to provide health, education and community… Show more J/P HRO was founded following the 2010 earthquake by actor Sean Penn and philanthropist Sanela Diana Jenkins to save lives and build sustainable programs with the Haitian people quickly and effectively. It supports disaster-affected residents in the marginalized, high-density Port-au-Prince neighborhood of Delmas 32 and surrounding areas transition to resilient, prosperous communities. J/P HRO employs nearly 350 people, 95 percent of which are Haitian, to provide health, education and community development, housing, and economic opportunities. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, and events. Show less



New Heights Youth, Inc.

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2013 - 2015

  New Heights, an impactful nonprofit that empowers student-athletes from underserved communities to be champions both in the classroom and on the court. Founded in 2005, New Heights uses basketball as a hook to engage and empower student-athletes with the skills necessary to be successful in high school, college, and life. Today, the organization works with nearly 300 promising players in grades five through twelve, and since inception has made a meaningful difference in the lives of hundreds… Show more New Heights, an impactful nonprofit that empowers student-athletes from underserved communities to be champions both in the classroom and on the court. Founded in 2005, New Heights uses basketball as a hook to engage and empower student-athletes with the skills necessary to be successful in high school, college, and life. Today, the organization works with nearly 300 promising players in grades five through twelve, and since inception has made a meaningful difference in the lives of hundreds of New York City’s most vulnerable girls and boys. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Raised more than $2.5 million during tenure. Show less New Heights, an impactful nonprofit that empowers student-athletes from underserved communities to be champions both in the classroom and on the court. Founded in 2005, New Heights uses basketball as a hook to engage and empower student-athletes with the skills necessary to be successful in high school, college, and life. Today, the organization works with nearly 300 promising players in grades five through twelve, and since inception has made a meaningful difference in the lives of hundreds… Show more New Heights, an impactful nonprofit that empowers student-athletes from underserved communities to be champions both in the classroom and on the court. Founded in 2005, New Heights uses basketball as a hook to engage and empower student-athletes with the skills necessary to be successful in high school, college, and life. Today, the organization works with nearly 300 promising players in grades five through twelve, and since inception has made a meaningful difference in the lives of hundreds of New York City’s most vulnerable girls and boys. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Raised more than $2.5 million during tenure. Show less



New York eHealth Collaborative

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2013 - 2014

  The mission of the New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC) is to improve healthcare for all New Yorkers through health information technology. Founded in 2006 by healthcare leaders, NYeC works to develop policies and standards, to assist healthcare providers in making the shift to electronic health records, and to coordinate the creation of a network to connect healthcare providers statewide. Its goal is that no patient, wherever they may need treatment within the State of New York, is ever… Show more The mission of the New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC) is to improve healthcare for all New Yorkers through health information technology. Founded in 2006 by healthcare leaders, NYeC works to develop policies and standards, to assist healthcare providers in making the shift to electronic health records, and to coordinate the creation of a network to connect healthcare providers statewide. Its goal is that no patient, wherever they may need treatment within the State of New York, is ever without fast, secure, accurate, and accessible information. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Raised more than $550,000 during tenure. Show less The mission of the New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC) is to improve healthcare for all New Yorkers through health information technology. Founded in 2006 by healthcare leaders, NYeC works to develop policies and standards, to assist healthcare providers in making the shift to electronic health records, and to coordinate the creation of a network to connect healthcare providers statewide. Its goal is that no patient, wherever they may need treatment within the State of New York, is ever… Show more The mission of the New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC) is to improve healthcare for all New Yorkers through health information technology. Founded in 2006 by healthcare leaders, NYeC works to develop policies and standards, to assist healthcare providers in making the shift to electronic health records, and to coordinate the creation of a network to connect healthcare providers statewide. Its goal is that no patient, wherever they may need treatment within the State of New York, is ever without fast, secure, accurate, and accessible information. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development, and event production. Raised more than $550,000 during tenure. Show less



Kick4Life F.C.

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2013 - 2014

  Founded in 2005, Kick4Life F.C. is an innovative and award-winning football club that uses sport to deliver intensive health education, holistic medical care, and critical life and job skills programs to children in the HIV devastated southern African country of Lesotho. As a charity and a social enterprise, it has been lauded for its impactful model by UNICEF, USAID, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, the World Sports Forum, and more, and supported by notable ambassadors like Prince Harry and… Show more Founded in 2005, Kick4Life F.C. is an innovative and award-winning football club that uses sport to deliver intensive health education, holistic medical care, and critical life and job skills programs to children in the HIV devastated southern African country of Lesotho. As a charity and a social enterprise, it has been lauded for its impactful model by UNICEF, USAID, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, the World Sports Forum, and more, and supported by notable ambassadors like Prince Harry and David Beckham, among others. Kick4Life has made a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 250,000 orphans and vulnerable children since its inception. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development and event production. Show less Founded in 2005, Kick4Life F.C. is an innovative and award-winning football club that uses sport to deliver intensive health education, holistic medical care, and critical life and job skills programs to children in the HIV devastated southern African country of Lesotho. As a charity and a social enterprise, it has been lauded for its impactful model by UNICEF, USAID, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, the World Sports Forum, and more, and supported by notable ambassadors like Prince Harry and… Show more Founded in 2005, Kick4Life F.C. is an innovative and award-winning football club that uses sport to deliver intensive health education, holistic medical care, and critical life and job skills programs to children in the HIV devastated southern African country of Lesotho. As a charity and a social enterprise, it has been lauded for its impactful model by UNICEF, USAID, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, the World Sports Forum, and more, and supported by notable ambassadors like Prince Harry and David Beckham, among others. Kick4Life has made a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 250,000 orphans and vulnerable children since its inception. Responsibilities included strategic planning, corporate sponsorship, individual solicitation, board development and event production. Show less



Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Director/Consultant

  • 2012 - 2014

  Founded in 2002 by baseball icon Joe Torre and his wife Ali, Safe At Home provides a multi-faceted school-based program to children exposed to violence, including domestic violence, child abuse, teen dating abuse, and sexual assault, to help them heal from trauma and empower them to live healthy lives. Since its inception, its 12 locations in metropolitan New York and Los Angeles have helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 72,000 students. As Development… Show more Founded in 2002 by baseball icon Joe Torre and his wife Ali, Safe At Home provides a multi-faceted school-based program to children exposed to violence, including domestic violence, child abuse, teen dating abuse, and sexual assault, to help them heal from trauma and empower them to live healthy lives. Since its inception, its 12 locations in metropolitan New York and Los Angeles have helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 72,000 students. As Development Director/Consultant, responsibilities included strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, foundation relations, and corporate solicitation. Raised more than $3 million during tenure. Show less Founded in 2002 by baseball icon Joe Torre and his wife Ali, Safe At Home provides a multi-faceted school-based program to children exposed to violence, including domestic violence, child abuse, teen dating abuse, and sexual assault, to help them heal from trauma and empower them to live healthy lives. Since its inception, its 12 locations in metropolitan New York and Los Angeles have helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 72,000 students. As Development… Show more Founded in 2002 by baseball icon Joe Torre and his wife Ali, Safe At Home provides a multi-faceted school-based program to children exposed to violence, including domestic violence, child abuse, teen dating abuse, and sexual assault, to help them heal from trauma and empower them to live healthy lives. Since its inception, its 12 locations in metropolitan New York and Los Angeles have helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of more than 72,000 students. As Development Director/Consultant, responsibilities included strategic planning, major donor cultivation, board development, foundation relations, and corporate solicitation. Raised more than $3 million during tenure. Show less



Breast Treatment Task Force

• United States
• Hospital & Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2012 - 2012

  Breast Treatment Task Force is a nonprofit organization that provides breast cancer screening, education, diagnostic follow-up, surgery, and treatment for low-income patients in New York City without health insurance. Since its inception in 2006, it has delivered $13.0 million in medical care to individuals who otherwise would incur large debt, experience bankruptcy, or forego care entirely. This vital organization serves a unique population, particularly women under 40 years old who do not… Show more Breast Treatment Task Force is a nonprofit organization that provides breast cancer screening, education, diagnostic follow-up, surgery, and treatment for low-income patients in New York City without health insurance. Since its inception in 2006, it has delivered $13.0 million in medical care to individuals who otherwise would incur large debt, experience bankruptcy, or forego care entirely. This vital organization serves a unique population, particularly women under 40 years old who do not qualify for the existing state and federal programs because of their age. Through donated services from surgeons, pharmaceutical companies, and hospitals, Breast Treatment Task Force generates an 8:1 return on investment. Responsibilities included strategic planning, major and individual donor cultivation, board development, corporate and earned revenue opportunities, and event production. Show less Breast Treatment Task Force is a nonprofit organization that provides breast cancer screening, education, diagnostic follow-up, surgery, and treatment for low-income patients in New York City without health insurance. Since its inception in 2006, it has delivered $13.0 million in medical care to individuals who otherwise would incur large debt, experience bankruptcy, or forego care entirely. This vital organization serves a unique population, particularly women under 40 years old who do not… Show more Breast Treatment Task Force is a nonprofit organization that provides breast cancer screening, education, diagnostic follow-up, surgery, and treatment for low-income patients in New York City without health insurance. Since its inception in 2006, it has delivered $13.0 million in medical care to individuals who otherwise would incur large debt, experience bankruptcy, or forego care entirely. This vital organization serves a unique population, particularly women under 40 years old who do not qualify for the existing state and federal programs because of their age. Through donated services from surgeons, pharmaceutical companies, and hospitals, Breast Treatment Task Force generates an 8:1 return on investment. Responsibilities included strategic planning, major and individual donor cultivation, board development, corporate and earned revenue opportunities, and event production. Show less



Arts Engine, Inc.

• Media Production
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2011 - 2011

  Arts Engine supports, produces, and distributes independent media of consequence and promotes the use of independent media by advocates, educators, and the general public. By fostering the production and use of independent film, video, and new media, it connects media makers and active audiences in order to spur critical consideration of pressing social issues. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, foundation and corporate solicitation, and individual and major donor… Show more Arts Engine supports, produces, and distributes independent media of consequence and promotes the use of independent media by advocates, educators, and the general public. By fostering the production and use of independent film, video, and new media, it connects media makers and active audiences in order to spur critical consideration of pressing social issues. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, foundation and corporate solicitation, and individual and major donor cultivation. Show less Arts Engine supports, produces, and distributes independent media of consequence and promotes the use of independent media by advocates, educators, and the general public. By fostering the production and use of independent film, video, and new media, it connects media makers and active audiences in order to spur critical consideration of pressing social issues. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, foundation and corporate solicitation, and individual and major donor… Show more Arts Engine supports, produces, and distributes independent media of consequence and promotes the use of independent media by advocates, educators, and the general public. By fostering the production and use of independent film, video, and new media, it connects media makers and active audiences in order to spur critical consideration of pressing social issues. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, foundation and corporate solicitation, and individual and major donor cultivation. Show less



Heart Gallery NYC

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • 2010 - 2010

  Heart Gallery NYC partners with the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and renowned photographers to shoot compelling portraits of foster children that are featured in traveling installations and online to increase awareness and to recruit potential adoptive forever families. With over 100 chapters nationwide, it has been featured on CNN, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s The View, 20/20 CBS Evening News, and in The New York Times, People Magazine, and numerous other media outlets; and thousands… Show more Heart Gallery NYC partners with the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and renowned photographers to shoot compelling portraits of foster children that are featured in traveling installations and online to increase awareness and to recruit potential adoptive forever families. With over 100 chapters nationwide, it has been featured on CNN, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s The View, 20/20 CBS Evening News, and in The New York Times, People Magazine, and numerous other media outlets; and thousands of children without families have been adopted as a direct result of its efforts. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, volunteer management, foundation solicitation, and inaugural event production. Show less Heart Gallery NYC partners with the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and renowned photographers to shoot compelling portraits of foster children that are featured in traveling installations and online to increase awareness and to recruit potential adoptive forever families. With over 100 chapters nationwide, it has been featured on CNN, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s The View, 20/20 CBS Evening News, and in The New York Times, People Magazine, and numerous other media outlets; and thousands… Show more Heart Gallery NYC partners with the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and renowned photographers to shoot compelling portraits of foster children that are featured in traveling installations and online to increase awareness and to recruit potential adoptive forever families. With over 100 chapters nationwide, it has been featured on CNN, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s The View, 20/20 CBS Evening News, and in The New York Times, People Magazine, and numerous other media outlets; and thousands of children without families have been adopted as a direct result of its efforts. Responsibilities included strategic planning, board development, volunteer management, foundation solicitation, and inaugural event production. Show less



Coalition for the Homeless, Inc.

• Non-profit Organization Management
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Development

  • 2007 - 2010

  Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless men, women, and children. It is dedicated to the principle that decent shelter, sufficient food, affordable housing, and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Every day it helps over 3,500 clients with the tools and support to reclaim their lives through litigation, public education, and direct services. As Director of Development and member… Show more Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless men, women, and children. It is dedicated to the principle that decent shelter, sufficient food, affordable housing, and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Every day it helps over 3,500 clients with the tools and support to reclaim their lives through litigation, public education, and direct services. As Director of Development and member of the senior management team, with an operating budget of $14.0 million and staff of 11, responsibilities included overall supervision of the department, and of board development, individual and major gifts, capital campaign, foundation grants, corporate sponsorship, government contracts, annual fund and direct mail program, high-level special events, and marketing and branding initiatives. Raised more than $50 million during tenure. Show less Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless men, women, and children. It is dedicated to the principle that decent shelter, sufficient food, affordable housing, and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Every day it helps over 3,500 clients with the tools and support to reclaim their lives through litigation, public education, and direct services. As Director of Development and member… Show more Coalition for the Homeless is the nation's oldest advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless men, women, and children. It is dedicated to the principle that decent shelter, sufficient food, affordable housing, and the chance to work for a living wage are fundamental rights in a civilized society. Every day it helps over 3,500 clients with the tools and support to reclaim their lives through litigation, public education, and direct services. As Director of Development and member of the senior management team, with an operating budget of $14.0 million and staff of 11, responsibilities included overall supervision of the department, and of board development, individual and major gifts, capital campaign, foundation grants, corporate sponsorship, government contracts, annual fund and direct mail program, high-level special events, and marketing and branding initiatives. Raised more than $50 million during tenure. Show less



Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation - MMRF

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Director of Events and Corporate Partnerships

  • 2004 - 2007

  As the world's number one funder of myeloma research, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation has raised more than $330 million to aggressively accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. By working closely with researchers, clinicians, and its partners in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, to date, it has helped bring four new treatments to market. As National Director of Events and Corporate… Show more As the world's number one funder of myeloma research, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation has raised more than $330 million to aggressively accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. By working closely with researchers, clinicians, and its partners in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, to date, it has helped bring four new treatments to market. As National Director of Events and Corporate Partnerships with a fundraising budget of $6.5 million and staff of six, responsibilities included special events, major and individual giving, corporate and foundation support, board and volunteer management, annual fund and direct mail, strategic branding and marketing, and online sales operations. Raised more than $13 million during tenure. Show less As the world's number one funder of myeloma research, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation has raised more than $330 million to aggressively accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. By working closely with researchers, clinicians, and its partners in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, to date, it has helped bring four new treatments to market. As National Director of Events and Corporate… Show more As the world's number one funder of myeloma research, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation has raised more than $330 million to aggressively accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. By working closely with researchers, clinicians, and its partners in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, to date, it has helped bring four new treatments to market. As National Director of Events and Corporate Partnerships with a fundraising budget of $6.5 million and staff of six, responsibilities included special events, major and individual giving, corporate and foundation support, board and volunteer management, annual fund and direct mail, strategic branding and marketing, and online sales operations. Raised more than $13 million during tenure. Show less



American Heart Association

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regional Director of Corporate Relations

  • 2001 - 2004

  American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. As Director of Corporate Relations for fifth-largest metropolitan chapter with a fundraising budget of $1.0 million and staff of three, responsibilities involved the management of Heart Walk event campaign with a focus on major corporate and individual giving, and board and volunteer relations. Raised more than $1.3 million during tenure. American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. As Director of Corporate Relations for fifth-largest metropolitan chapter with a fundraising budget of $1.0 million and staff of three, responsibilities involved the management of Heart Walk event campaign with a focus on major corporate and individual giving, and board and volunteer relations. Raised more than $1.3 million during tenure.



American Cancer Society

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

• Regional Manager of Special Events

  • 2000 - 2001

  The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through investment in research, education, advocacy, and service. As Regional Special Events Manager with a fundraising budget of $100,000 and staff of one, responsibilities encompassed expansion of regional fundraising program with a focus on volunteer recruitment and… Show more The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through investment in research, education, advocacy, and service. As Regional Special Events Manager with a fundraising budget of $100,000 and staff of one, responsibilities encompassed expansion of regional fundraising program with a focus on volunteer recruitment and management, governmental and civic relations, sponsorship solicitation, and new event planning. Raised nearly $150,000 during tenure. Show less The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through investment in research, education, advocacy, and service. As Regional Special Events Manager with a fundraising budget of $100,000 and staff of one, responsibilities encompassed expansion of regional fundraising program with a focus on volunteer recruitment and… Show more The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through investment in research, education, advocacy, and service. As Regional Special Events Manager with a fundraising budget of $100,000 and staff of one, responsibilities encompassed expansion of regional fundraising program with a focus on volunteer recruitment and management, governmental and civic relations, sponsorship solicitation, and new event planning. Raised nearly $150,000 during tenure. Show less



Laer Pearce & Associates

• United States
• Public Relations and Communications Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Coordinator

  • 1999 - 2000

  Laer Pearce & Associates is a premier public and community affairs consultancy that provides strategic counseling, media relations, and crisis communications services to help leading companies and organizations reach their most important publics. As Account Coordinator responsibilities included community and government relations, public and media relations, polling, direct mail, collateral design, and events. Specific accounts included Walt Disney Imagineering, Dave & Buster’s Corporate, The… Show more Laer Pearce & Associates is a premier public and community affairs consultancy that provides strategic counseling, media relations, and crisis communications services to help leading companies and organizations reach their most important publics. As Account Coordinator responsibilities included community and government relations, public and media relations, polling, direct mail, collateral design, and events. Specific accounts included Walt Disney Imagineering, Dave & Buster’s Corporate, The Mills Corporation, and The Irvine Company. Show less Laer Pearce & Associates is a premier public and community affairs consultancy that provides strategic counseling, media relations, and crisis communications services to help leading companies and organizations reach their most important publics. As Account Coordinator responsibilities included community and government relations, public and media relations, polling, direct mail, collateral design, and events. Specific accounts included Walt Disney Imagineering, Dave & Buster’s Corporate, The… Show more Laer Pearce & Associates is a premier public and community affairs consultancy that provides strategic counseling, media relations, and crisis communications services to help leading companies and organizations reach their most important publics. As Account Coordinator responsibilities included community and government relations, public and media relations, polling, direct mail, collateral design, and events. Specific accounts included Walt Disney Imagineering, Dave & Buster’s Corporate, The Mills Corporation, and The Irvine Company. Show less



OC Fair & Event Center

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Media Relations Consultant

  • 1997 - 1999

  The Southern California and Orange County Fairs provide educational, entertainment, and recreational opportunities for the general public and preserve the heritage of California agriculture and culture. It generates $35 million to fund year-round education and community give-back programs. As media relations consultant, served in a primary role as press contact and event spokesperson, and led media sponsorship, event promotions, and entertainment management. Negotiated more than $1.5 million… Show more The Southern California and Orange County Fairs provide educational, entertainment, and recreational opportunities for the general public and preserve the heritage of California agriculture and culture. It generates $35 million to fund year-round education and community give-back programs. As media relations consultant, served in a primary role as press contact and event spokesperson, and led media sponsorship, event promotions, and entertainment management. Negotiated more than $1.5 million in media promotions during tenure. Show less The Southern California and Orange County Fairs provide educational, entertainment, and recreational opportunities for the general public and preserve the heritage of California agriculture and culture. It generates $35 million to fund year-round education and community give-back programs. As media relations consultant, served in a primary role as press contact and event spokesperson, and led media sponsorship, event promotions, and entertainment management. Negotiated more than $1.5 million… Show more The Southern California and Orange County Fairs provide educational, entertainment, and recreational opportunities for the general public and preserve the heritage of California agriculture and culture. It generates $35 million to fund year-round education and community give-back programs. As media relations consultant, served in a primary role as press contact and event spokesperson, and led media sponsorship, event promotions, and entertainment management. Negotiated more than $1.5 million in media promotions during tenure. Show less