Neil R. Isakson

Director of Stewardship & Communications at Assumption University
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Worcester, Massachusetts, United States, US

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Christine N.

I have worked with Neil in his role as Director of Communication at Worcester Academy for about 10 years collaborating on many projects, but in particular, the website. Neil is a true professional and a caring, sensitive human being with excellent oral and written communication skills. Mild-mannered, level-headed and always ready to lend a hand, Neil is inquisitive without being overbearing; a hard worker with the ability to think on his feet. Neil possesses a sense of humor that puts others at ease immediately, invaluable in his role as Director of Communication. He is a good listener who strives to achieve the honorable in every aspect of his life--family, career, community. As past president of RISC (Regional Independent School Communicators), Neil worked tirelessly to further the open communication and sharing of knowledge among RISC's independent school members. Through his leadership skills and his willingness to share triumphs and tribulations, he encouraged members to explore options and become creative problem solvers. A man of strong and moral character, Neil is a trusted and respected colleague, a genuine friend, and a valuable asset to any company lucky enough to have him on their staff and I recommend him without reservation.

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Credentials

  • Fundraising Copywriting
    Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy
    Sep, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Social Marketing Certification
    Hootsuite Media Inc.
    Jun, 2016
    - Oct, 2024
  • International Advancement Leader Certification (IAP-L)
    Independent School Management
    Mar, 2013
    - Oct, 2024
  • Nonprofit Finance (Expected October 2023)
    Cornell University

Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Director of Stewardship & Communications
      • Oct 2023 - Present

      Responsible for Stewardship & Communications for University Advancement. Responsible for Stewardship & Communications for University Advancement.

    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Director of Stewardship & Foundation Giving
      • Jan 2023 - Sep 2023

      ● Successfully Solicited $365K In Grant Requests in last three years ● Recognize & steward major donors & others, keeping them updated & engaged ● Write persuasive Foundation & Trust grant proposals; Awards amount to 10% of annual fund ● Develop Annual Stewardship Plan & research prospective foundation donors ● Successfully Solicited $365K In Grant Requests in last three years ● Recognize & steward major donors & others, keeping them updated & engaged ● Write persuasive Foundation & Trust grant proposals; Awards amount to 10% of annual fund ● Develop Annual Stewardship Plan & research prospective foundation donors

    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Director of Development Marketing & Operations
      • 2018 - 2022

      ● Managed Operations Team Comprised of Data Manager, Annual Fund Director & Gifts Processor● Rolled Out Project Management Platform; Streamlined Advancement Operations● Online Crowdfunding Platform Raised Record Amount● Responsible For The Success Of The $1.2M Annual Fund● Produced & Executed Strategic Marketing Plan For The Annual Fund● Crafted Appeal Letters, Social Media & Magazine Stories Written To Advance Mission & Achieve Giving Goals

    • Director of External Communications
      • 2006 - 2022

      ● Second In Charge For High Performing $140M Advancement Team (2018-2022)● Principal Spokesperson & Communications Strategist● Led Multi Channel Communications for $50M & $100M Capital Campaigns● Expanded Media & Digital Footprint Leveraging Media Relations, Including Recent $20M Gift● Lifelong Contributor To Growth of Business, Civic & Non Profit Causes & Community● Produced Multi-Award Winning Magazine● Wrote All Appeal Letters

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Faculty
      • 2011 - 2018

      ● Member of Industry Leading ISM Faculty ● Taught Best Practices, Leadership Development & Crowdsourcing Communications ● Mentored Advancement Professionals From Across The Country ● Member of Industry Leading ISM Faculty ● Taught Best Practices, Leadership Development & Crowdsourcing Communications ● Mentored Advancement Professionals From Across The Country

    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Director of Communications
      • 2001 - 2005

      ● Professionalized Marketing, Design & Messaging To Grow Student Enrollment From 490-650 ● Created Social Media Presence Launching & Building Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Accounts ● Elevated The Reputation of the Academy Through Critical Earned Media Coverage ● Led Award Winning Website Redesign; Edited Award Winning "Hilltopper" Alumni Magazine ● Professionalized Marketing, Design & Messaging To Grow Student Enrollment From 490-650 ● Created Social Media Presence Launching & Building Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Accounts ● Elevated The Reputation of the Academy Through Critical Earned Media Coverage ● Led Award Winning Website Redesign; Edited Award Winning "Hilltopper" Alumni Magazine

  • Worcester Telegram & Gazette (T&G)
    • Clinton, Massachusetts, United States
    • Managing Editor, Coulter Press
      • 1994 - 2000

      ● Journalism Professional, Editor & Employee of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette and New York Times Company ● Influenced Local & Public Policy & Impacted Politics & Races ● Managed 6 Award Winning Papers Across 12+ Communities In Northern Worcester County ● Journalism Professional, Editor & Employee of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette and New York Times Company ● Influenced Local & Public Policy & Impacted Politics & Races ● Managed 6 Award Winning Papers Across 12+ Communities In Northern Worcester County

    • United States
    • Newspaper Publishing
    • News Reporter
      • 1992 - 1993

      ● Beat Reporter & Photographer for The Worcester County Newspaper Company Inc. ● Covered News & Government For The Shrewsbury Voice, Wachusett People & Uxbridge Times ● Beat Reporter & Photographer for The Worcester County Newspaper Company Inc. ● Covered News & Government For The Shrewsbury Voice, Wachusett People & Uxbridge Times

Education

  • Assumption University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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