Experience

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  Upper Valley Humane Society Inc

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

  • Executive Director

    • Jan 2017 - Present

  • Development Manager

    • Aug 2015 - Jan 2017

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  Central Vermont Humane Society

  • East Montpelier, VT

  • Development Officer

    • Oct 2013 - Aug 2015
    • East Montpelier, VT

    Nikki worked with supporters of Central Vermont Humane Society to help them achieve their philanthropic objectives. Whether a donor was interested in annual contributions, capital commitments, or planned & estate gifts, Nikki worked with each person to identify their areas of passion and then...

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  The Student Conservation Association

  • Research Specialist

    • May 2012 - Oct 2013

    As the first researcher at SCA, developed a sustainable prospect research program to fit the organization’s unique culture and long-term aspirations while supporting an on-going $25 million campaign. Developed menu of profile types to suit a range of needs.Independently researched and produced hu...

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  Dartmouth College

  • Hanover, NH

  • Senior Strategic Analyst for Development Research

    • May 2002 - Jun 2012
    • Hanover, NH

    Manage all aspects of prospect research for a 25-state region before, during, and after Dartmouth’s $1.3 billion fund raising campaign. Using proprietary and public data sources, prepare comprehensive wealth profiles for gift officers and senior administrators including the President of Dartmouth...

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  Miscellaneous

  • Additional Professional Experience

    • Jan 1998 - Jul 1998

    Over the years, I've enjoyed a number of side projects. Provided concept editing for several actively publishing authors of both series and standalone novels. Previously taught writing and literature at Lebanon College. Provided consulting services to the development office at Champlain Colle...