Experience

Lee Carlson Center for Mental Health & Well-Being

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

• Interim Director of Development

  • Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

  This position was a 4-month, part-time contract. Assumed fundraising role after previous director took a new job. Managed and implemented the operations of their fundraising program. Developed stronger systems to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of their fundraising efforts. Assisted in the hiring of new Director of Development who started in July 2023.



YWCA St. Paul

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Interim Director of Development

  • Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

  St Paul, Minnesota, United States Served as the interim leader to the fundraising and communications team after the departure of the Director of Development. Managed 5 staff and worked to increase the visibility of the YWCA St Paul as they prepare to launch a capital campaign. Completed the year-end appeal campaign and assisted the Campaign Steering Committee in their work to begin raising money for capital needs.



Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative

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

• Interim Vice President of Advancement

  • Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States This was an interim, contract position to lead the advancement team through a leadership transition. The VP and Director have been hired and the contract is complete.



Project for Pride in Living (PPL)

• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Vice President, Development & External Affairs (retired)

  • Mar 2016 - Sep 2021

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Responsible for development work to include individuals, corporations, foundations raising over $7.3 million in 2020; the most the organization has ever raised. Also, oversaw both external and internal communications efforts, impact and evaluation, and volunteer program. Provided leadership, vision and motivation to four direct reports, who support a team of twelve individuals. Served as a member of the executive leadership team. Implemented recruitment and hiring practices within the… Show more Responsible for development work to include individuals, corporations, foundations raising over $7.3 million in 2020; the most the organization has ever raised. Also, oversaw both external and internal communications efforts, impact and evaluation, and volunteer program. Provided leadership, vision and motivation to four direct reports, who support a team of twelve individuals. Served as a member of the executive leadership team. Implemented recruitment and hiring practices within the team to reach deeper into BIPOC communities for stronger representation. Increased diversity of Development & External Affairs team with representation from BIPOC individuals to 41.6% in 2021; from 0% in 2015. Developed, managed and implemented a 3-year capital campaign to raise $12.4 million. Components of the campaign included: 1) a new career center located in the former Franklin Theater, right next to PPL's main office; 2) a housing opportunity fund for 800 new housing units over the next 5 years; and 3) program innovation and technology to improve infrastructure and technology needs. The campaign was completed on time and exceeded the goal, raising $12.67 million. Show less



Avivo

• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President, Development & Communications

  • Dec 2013 - Mar 2016

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Established and guided the development strategy to ensure adequate financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations and public sources raising $3 million/annually. Developed and executed clear short-term and long-range plans for marketing, including an organizational name change that launched in 2017. Worked closely with the board to increase their involvement in fundraising efforts, setting clear accountabilities for each member. Established realistic and challenging goals with a… Show more Established and guided the development strategy to ensure adequate financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations and public sources raising $3 million/annually. Developed and executed clear short-term and long-range plans for marketing, including an organizational name change that launched in 2017. Worked closely with the board to increase their involvement in fundraising efforts, setting clear accountabilities for each member. Established realistic and challenging goals with a particular focus on income diversification. Served as member of the management team. Managed four professional staff and two contractors. Show less



Aeon

• United States
• Architecture and Planning

• Vice President, Fund Development & Communications

  • Jun 2001 - Dec 2013

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Developed, managed and implemented the initial efforts for a $12 million capital campaign to be completed in 2015. In addition, organized and implemented complete annual fundraising plan to secure and increase unrestricted contributions from private sources of $1.5 million (50% coming from individuals and 50% from corporations/foundations). Managed communications plan to improve the image and visibility of the organization in the community, including social media efforts. Served as a member of… Show more Developed, managed and implemented the initial efforts for a $12 million capital campaign to be completed in 2015. In addition, organized and implemented complete annual fundraising plan to secure and increase unrestricted contributions from private sources of $1.5 million (50% coming from individuals and 50% from corporations/foundations). Managed communications plan to improve the image and visibility of the organization in the community, including social media efforts. Served as a member of the leadership team. Promoted the work of Aeon among elected officials and policy makers. Provided leadership, vision and motivation to a staff of five professionals and two interns. Show less



HealthEast

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• System Director of Development

  • 1999 - 2001

  Lead operation and development efforts of $3 million for the Foundation to increase financial support for the HealthEast Care System. Managed annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, major and planned giving programs, and a signature special event. Completed proposal, presented request, and secured the first $1.63 million gift from a family trust. Provided leadership, vision and motivation to a staff of five professionals.



Fairview Health Services

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Resource Development

  • 1997 - 1999

  Planned and implemented programs designed to generate financial support for Fairview/University of Minnesota Hospital. Developed an annual fund raising plan to include identification, cultivation, and solicitation of individuals for major gifts; included implementation of an employee giving campaign. Established an effective donor relations program with individuals connected to the University of Minnesota Hospital.



Girl Scouts River Valleys

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Development

  • 1994 - 1997

  Managed Fund Development department with primary responsibilities for the annual fund drive, corporate and foundation grant requests, and special events. Personally developed and conducted major gift strategies and campaigns increasing the annual fund by more than 250% in three years. Provided pro-active involvement in the community to discuss funding needs of the Council and managed fund raising volunteers in making personal contacts with current and prospective donors. Directed and managed… Show more Managed Fund Development department with primary responsibilities for the annual fund drive, corporate and foundation grant requests, and special events. Personally developed and conducted major gift strategies and campaigns increasing the annual fund by more than 250% in three years. Provided pro-active involvement in the community to discuss funding needs of the Council and managed fund raising volunteers in making personal contacts with current and prospective donors. Directed and managed budget accountabilities, controls, and staff to effectively accomplish goals. Show less



Greater Twin Cities United Way

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Campaign Manager, Resource Development

  • 1987 - 1994

  Led a team of five professional fundraisers to raise $30 million in workplace giving. Responsible for recruitment, training and management of Loaned Executives. Assisted with employee campaigns at 3M, Travelers, US Bank, Ecolab, and other major companies in the East Metro area.



Deluxe Corporation

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Consultant

  • 1983 - 1987

  Shoreview, Minnesota



Minnesota Multi Housing Association (MHA)

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

• Director of Membership & Advertising

  • 1981 - 1983

  Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area