Thomas J. Sommer, MPP, CFRE. (he, him, his)
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Laurie Johnson
Please accept this as my personal letter of recommendation for Tom Sommer. Tom has a positive attitude that embraces all challenges as a volunteer with our organization, drawing the best out of everyone with his innovative spirit. There are many definitions for the word volunteer: A person who offers a service voluntarily, without being compelled to do so by law. A person who chooses to enter into any transaction with no promise of compensation. A person who renders aid, performs a service, or assumes an obligation voluntarily. And while all of these describe Tom, the following describes the relationship that we have--- The practice of people working together on behalf of others.This quality has made him a valuable member of our team. His sharing of knowledge in grant writing has propelled us to a higher level of service to the population we serve. Sincerely, Laurie Johnson Network Director Family Promise of Cape May County
Joan Balderstone
Tom has been instrumental in the founding of Distributing Dignity. He gave freely of his time and knowledge to help us put together a comprehensive marketing plan as we applied for our 501c3 status. The consultation we sought from him has proved to be sound advice and strategy and he has become our
Julie Robinson-Tingue
Working with Tom was an absolute pleasure. He has the unique ability to unify staff from various departments to work collectively, efficiently and amicably toward a common goal. His intelligence, management style, strategic outlook and practicality gets the job done well every time - while adding humor to the mix. He is an asset to whatever organization he serves.
Laurie Johnson
Please accept this as my personal letter of recommendation for Tom Sommer. Tom has a positive attitude that embraces all challenges as a volunteer with our organization, drawing the best out of everyone with his innovative spirit. There are many definitions for the word volunteer: A person who offers a service voluntarily, without being compelled to do so by law. A person who chooses to enter into any transaction with no promise of compensation. A person who renders aid, performs a service, or assumes an obligation voluntarily. And while all of these describe Tom, the following describes the relationship that we have--- The practice of people working together on behalf of others.This quality has made him a valuable member of our team. His sharing of knowledge in grant writing has propelled us to a higher level of service to the population we serve. Sincerely, Laurie Johnson Network Director Family Promise of Cape May County
Joan Balderstone
Tom has been instrumental in the founding of Distributing Dignity. He gave freely of his time and knowledge to help us put together a comprehensive marketing plan as we applied for our 501c3 status. The consultation we sought from him has proved to be sound advice and strategy and he has become our
Julie Robinson-Tingue
Working with Tom was an absolute pleasure. He has the unique ability to unify staff from various departments to work collectively, efficiently and amicably toward a common goal. His intelligence, management style, strategic outlook and practicality gets the job done well every time - while adding humor to the mix. He is an asset to whatever organization he serves.
Laurie Johnson
Please accept this as my personal letter of recommendation for Tom Sommer. Tom has a positive attitude that embraces all challenges as a volunteer with our organization, drawing the best out of everyone with his innovative spirit. There are many definitions for the word volunteer: A person who offers a service voluntarily, without being compelled to do so by law. A person who chooses to enter into any transaction with no promise of compensation. A person who renders aid, performs a service, or assumes an obligation voluntarily. And while all of these describe Tom, the following describes the relationship that we have--- The practice of people working together on behalf of others.This quality has made him a valuable member of our team. His sharing of knowledge in grant writing has propelled us to a higher level of service to the population we serve. Sincerely, Laurie Johnson Network Director Family Promise of Cape May County
Joan Balderstone
Tom has been instrumental in the founding of Distributing Dignity. He gave freely of his time and knowledge to help us put together a comprehensive marketing plan as we applied for our 501c3 status. The consultation we sought from him has proved to be sound advice and strategy and he has become our
Julie Robinson-Tingue
Working with Tom was an absolute pleasure. He has the unique ability to unify staff from various departments to work collectively, efficiently and amicably toward a common goal. His intelligence, management style, strategic outlook and practicality gets the job done well every time - while adding humor to the mix. He is an asset to whatever organization he serves.
Laurie Johnson
Please accept this as my personal letter of recommendation for Tom Sommer. Tom has a positive attitude that embraces all challenges as a volunteer with our organization, drawing the best out of everyone with his innovative spirit. There are many definitions for the word volunteer: A person who offers a service voluntarily, without being compelled to do so by law. A person who chooses to enter into any transaction with no promise of compensation. A person who renders aid, performs a service, or assumes an obligation voluntarily. And while all of these describe Tom, the following describes the relationship that we have--- The practice of people working together on behalf of others.This quality has made him a valuable member of our team. His sharing of knowledge in grant writing has propelled us to a higher level of service to the population we serve. Sincerely, Laurie Johnson Network Director Family Promise of Cape May County
Joan Balderstone
Tom has been instrumental in the founding of Distributing Dignity. He gave freely of his time and knowledge to help us put together a comprehensive marketing plan as we applied for our 501c3 status. The consultation we sought from him has proved to be sound advice and strategy and he has become our
Julie Robinson-Tingue
Working with Tom was an absolute pleasure. He has the unique ability to unify staff from various departments to work collectively, efficiently and amicably toward a common goal. His intelligence, management style, strategic outlook and practicality gets the job done well every time - while adding humor to the mix. He is an asset to whatever organization he serves.
Experience
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Leadership Oakland
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Talent Champions Council
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Think Tanks
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Founding Member
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Dec 2020 - Present
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Kettering University
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Senior Director of Philanthropy Corporate and Foundation Relations
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Nov 2015 - Jul 2019
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Director of Development
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Apr 2010 - Dec 2015
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United Way of Long Island
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Strategic Initiatives
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2010
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Nassau County
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Budget and Finance Analyst
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Aug 2006 - Apr 2008
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Associate Municipal Financial Analyst
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Dec 2004 - Aug 2006
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United Way of Greater High Point
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Investment Associate, Community Assessment Project Manager
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Jun 2000 - Jun 2002
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United Way of Buffalo & Erie County
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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East Regional Community Building Manager
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Apr 1999 - Jun 2000
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Education
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2002 - 2004
The George Washington University - School of Business
Masters -
1996 - 2000
State University of New York College at Buffalo
BS -
1986 - 1990
St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute
High School
Community
