Matt Wells, CFRE

Vice President of Advancement at PUENTE Learning Center
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  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Jose Hernandez

Matt is a true believer in the transformative power of the arts. His impeccable skills encompass nonprofit development, strategic planning, budget management and community relations. He has been instrumental in building Diavolo’s development program, and is a truly inspiring mentor.

Jeffrey Shapiro

Matt is an intelligent, articulate, strategic-thinking and enterprising professional. He understands nonprofits and arts organizations. A truly excellent and valuable team member.

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Credentials

  • Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
    CFRE International
    Nov, 2019
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • PUENTE Learning Center
    • United States
    • Individual and Family Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Vice President of Advancement
      • Jul 2021 - Present

      PUENTE Learning Center builds bridges to education in Boyle Heights and beyond. The organization's research-based educational outcomes and compassionate wrap-around services match the vibrant and culturally-rich community it serves. Through four program areas – children, youth, adults, and community – PUENTE welcomes over 2,000 students into learning each year.

    • Vice President Of Development
      • Dec 2017 - Jun 2021

  • DIAVOLO | Architecture in Motion
    • Chief Operating Officer, Director of Development & Finance, and Executive Director
      • Jan 2011 - Oct 2017

      DIAVOLO | Architecture in Motion is a cultural ambassador for L.A. dance that performs locally, nationally, and internationally. Featuring iconoclastic movement on distinct architectural set pieces, created by Founder and Artistic Director Jacques Heim (Cirque du Soleil's KÀ). DIAVOLO | Architecture in Motion is a cultural ambassador for L.A. dance that performs locally, nationally, and internationally. Featuring iconoclastic movement on distinct architectural set pieces, created by Founder and Artistic Director Jacques Heim (Cirque du Soleil's KÀ).

  • needtheater
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • Executive Artistic Director
      • Jun 2006 - Nov 2010

      Founder of award-winning theater company focused on world premieres of new works. “At the tip of the spear…[Among] the best L.A. theater companies of the ‘00s.” –LA Weekly. Produced 12 world-premiere plays. Awards- Ovations, LA Weekly Theater Awards. Founder of award-winning theater company focused on world premieres of new works. “At the tip of the spear…[Among] the best L.A. theater companies of the ‘00s.” –LA Weekly. Produced 12 world-premiere plays. Awards- Ovations, LA Weekly Theater Awards.

  • Laurus Tutoring, LLC
    • President
      • Jan 2007 - Sep 2010

      Co-founded Laurus Tutoring LLC. Hired, trained, staffed, and supervised tutors in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. The company provided academic assistance and specialized test preparation for all grade levels K-12, with an emphasis on children with special needs. Co-founded Laurus Tutoring LLC. Hired, trained, staffed, and supervised tutors in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. The company provided academic assistance and specialized test preparation for all grade levels K-12, with an emphasis on children with special needs.

  • Self-employed
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Acting
      • Sep 2002 - Jun 2006

      New York acting experience in TV, film, and Off-Broadway. Worked with Jim Simpson, Elizabeth Swados, Linda Edmond, Josh Fox, AR Gurney. New York acting experience in TV, film, and Off-Broadway. Worked with Jim Simpson, Elizabeth Swados, Linda Edmond, Josh Fox, AR Gurney.

Education

  • Northwestern University
    Bachelor of Science, Theater
    1998 - 2002
  • Claremont Graduate University
    Master of Arts, Arts Management
    2008 - 2010

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