John D. Bidwell
Strategy and Marketing Consultant at Rainmaker Consulting- Claim this Profile
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French Limited working proficiency
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Bambara Limited working proficiency
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German Elementary proficiency
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Pamela Schwartz
I had the pleasure of working with John for the last 5 years in his position at first the United Way of Hampshire County and then the United Way of Franklin and Hampshire Region. As Director of the Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness, I sought out John's membership on the Network Steering Committee, the leading entity in our mission to prevent and end homelessness in the region. John quickly stepped up to the task with exceptional commitment: he was frequently first out of the gate with strategic input, outreach support for key collaborators and concrete assistance to getting the job done. To have him on your team is to have unequivocal support in ways large and small. He can assess a situation quickly, identify who and what is needed to make progress and help create the path to get there. John is kind, generous and a pleasure to work with, all of which makes him a rare partner that makes change happen in the best way possible.
Vincent Jackson
I have had the pleasure of serving alongside John in our close-knit community of non-profit executives, small business owners, institutional leaders, and community investors who rely on his exceptional leadership skills. I have partnered with John on many projects and have always left inspired by his critical thinking, strategic management, and problem-solving abilities. My organization and many others have directly benefited from John’s fundraising and public speaking skills. He is a distinguished relationship builder, which contributes to his success in cultivating and stewarding gifts for great causes. He was a top volunteer fundraiser in the Northampton Chamber’s largest and most successful fundraising campaign in recent history. John is also an exceptional storyteller whose messaging, passion, and generosity engages others and makes them care too. Whether addressing a small crowd of 100 at a networking event or speaking to hundreds at an award-winning Annual Meeting, John has a natural ability to connect with any audience in a unique and compelling way. I enjoy having John as a trusted confidant and highly regarded peer whom I can always look to as a model of professional excellence. He acts with integrity at all times and consistently demonstrates high personal standards and a cheerful sense of humor. John is also good at suggesting a distinctive craft beer! Therefore, I would enthusiastically recommend John for any role!
Pamela Schwartz
I had the pleasure of working with John for the last 5 years in his position at first the United Way of Hampshire County and then the United Way of Franklin and Hampshire Region. As Director of the Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness, I sought out John's membership on the Network Steering Committee, the leading entity in our mission to prevent and end homelessness in the region. John quickly stepped up to the task with exceptional commitment: he was frequently first out of the gate with strategic input, outreach support for key collaborators and concrete assistance to getting the job done. To have him on your team is to have unequivocal support in ways large and small. He can assess a situation quickly, identify who and what is needed to make progress and help create the path to get there. John is kind, generous and a pleasure to work with, all of which makes him a rare partner that makes change happen in the best way possible.
Vincent Jackson
I have had the pleasure of serving alongside John in our close-knit community of non-profit executives, small business owners, institutional leaders, and community investors who rely on his exceptional leadership skills. I have partnered with John on many projects and have always left inspired by his critical thinking, strategic management, and problem-solving abilities. My organization and many others have directly benefited from John’s fundraising and public speaking skills. He is a distinguished relationship builder, which contributes to his success in cultivating and stewarding gifts for great causes. He was a top volunteer fundraiser in the Northampton Chamber’s largest and most successful fundraising campaign in recent history. John is also an exceptional storyteller whose messaging, passion, and generosity engages others and makes them care too. Whether addressing a small crowd of 100 at a networking event or speaking to hundreds at an award-winning Annual Meeting, John has a natural ability to connect with any audience in a unique and compelling way. I enjoy having John as a trusted confidant and highly regarded peer whom I can always look to as a model of professional excellence. He acts with integrity at all times and consistently demonstrates high personal standards and a cheerful sense of humor. John is also good at suggesting a distinctive craft beer! Therefore, I would enthusiastically recommend John for any role!
Pamela Schwartz
I had the pleasure of working with John for the last 5 years in his position at first the United Way of Hampshire County and then the United Way of Franklin and Hampshire Region. As Director of the Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness, I sought out John's membership on the Network Steering Committee, the leading entity in our mission to prevent and end homelessness in the region. John quickly stepped up to the task with exceptional commitment: he was frequently first out of the gate with strategic input, outreach support for key collaborators and concrete assistance to getting the job done. To have him on your team is to have unequivocal support in ways large and small. He can assess a situation quickly, identify who and what is needed to make progress and help create the path to get there. John is kind, generous and a pleasure to work with, all of which makes him a rare partner that makes change happen in the best way possible.
Vincent Jackson
I have had the pleasure of serving alongside John in our close-knit community of non-profit executives, small business owners, institutional leaders, and community investors who rely on his exceptional leadership skills. I have partnered with John on many projects and have always left inspired by his critical thinking, strategic management, and problem-solving abilities. My organization and many others have directly benefited from John’s fundraising and public speaking skills. He is a distinguished relationship builder, which contributes to his success in cultivating and stewarding gifts for great causes. He was a top volunteer fundraiser in the Northampton Chamber’s largest and most successful fundraising campaign in recent history. John is also an exceptional storyteller whose messaging, passion, and generosity engages others and makes them care too. Whether addressing a small crowd of 100 at a networking event or speaking to hundreds at an award-winning Annual Meeting, John has a natural ability to connect with any audience in a unique and compelling way. I enjoy having John as a trusted confidant and highly regarded peer whom I can always look to as a model of professional excellence. He acts with integrity at all times and consistently demonstrates high personal standards and a cheerful sense of humor. John is also good at suggesting a distinctive craft beer! Therefore, I would enthusiastically recommend John for any role!
Pamela Schwartz
I had the pleasure of working with John for the last 5 years in his position at first the United Way of Hampshire County and then the United Way of Franklin and Hampshire Region. As Director of the Western Massachusetts Network to End Homelessness, I sought out John's membership on the Network Steering Committee, the leading entity in our mission to prevent and end homelessness in the region. John quickly stepped up to the task with exceptional commitment: he was frequently first out of the gate with strategic input, outreach support for key collaborators and concrete assistance to getting the job done. To have him on your team is to have unequivocal support in ways large and small. He can assess a situation quickly, identify who and what is needed to make progress and help create the path to get there. John is kind, generous and a pleasure to work with, all of which makes him a rare partner that makes change happen in the best way possible.
Vincent Jackson
I have had the pleasure of serving alongside John in our close-knit community of non-profit executives, small business owners, institutional leaders, and community investors who rely on his exceptional leadership skills. I have partnered with John on many projects and have always left inspired by his critical thinking, strategic management, and problem-solving abilities. My organization and many others have directly benefited from John’s fundraising and public speaking skills. He is a distinguished relationship builder, which contributes to his success in cultivating and stewarding gifts for great causes. He was a top volunteer fundraiser in the Northampton Chamber’s largest and most successful fundraising campaign in recent history. John is also an exceptional storyteller whose messaging, passion, and generosity engages others and makes them care too. Whether addressing a small crowd of 100 at a networking event or speaking to hundreds at an award-winning Annual Meeting, John has a natural ability to connect with any audience in a unique and compelling way. I enjoy having John as a trusted confidant and highly regarded peer whom I can always look to as a model of professional excellence. He acts with integrity at all times and consistently demonstrates high personal standards and a cheerful sense of humor. John is also good at suggesting a distinctive craft beer! Therefore, I would enthusiastically recommend John for any role!
Experience
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Rainmaker Consulting
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Strategy and Marketing Consultant
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Jul 2022 - Present
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United Way of the Franklin & Hampshire Region
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jul 2021 - Jul 2022
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Executive Director, United Way of Hampshire County
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Jan 2018 - Jul 2022
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Executive Consultant
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May 2022 - Jun 2022
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Leapfrog Press
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United States
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Book Publishing
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Author & Editor
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Jan 2005 - Jun 2022
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University of Massachusetts Amherst
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Executive Director for Marketing and New Business Development
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Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
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Baystate Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Marketing and Digital Strategy
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Jan 2012 - Nov 2016
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President
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Aug 1999 - Dec 2011
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Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
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Senior Designer
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Apr 1998 - Jul 1999
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Senior Designer
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Aug 1994 - Apr 1998
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Washtenaw County
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United States
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Government Administration
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500 - 600 Employee
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HIV/AIDS Counselor
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Feb 1992 - Sep 1994
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Peace Corps
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United States
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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Water Resource Manager
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Jul 1989 - Oct 1991
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Education
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1982 - 1986
McGill University
BA
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