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Raise your hand if you’ve ever wanted to raise more money for your nonprofit so you could meet your financial goals and make a lasting impact on the world…

Whether you are just starting your nonprofit from square 1 or you are looking to scale to consistent donations…The Raise More Together Summit is for you!

Imagine a world where…

You knew exactly what steps to take to raise serious money
Donations flow easily to your organization
You have all the tools to make the perfect ask to your next sponsor
You have not one, but many people asking to be on your board
Your DMs are on fire with people wanting to get involved
You know how to write copy that converts to donations
You eliminate the stress and worry that comes with thinking, “Is this right?”
You know how to get more eyes on your important cause

Now is the time YOU get to discover the hidden gems of successful nonprofit fundraisers with the Raise More Together Summit

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Your summit mentors and ultimate hype women here to help answer your fundraising questions!

Tania Bhattacharyya found the world of fundraising at her alma mater, the University of California – Irvine, while pursuing her Psychology degree. After graduating, Tania was raised for twelve years in the nonprofit behavioral healthcare field as a … — Tania Bhattacharyya found the world of fundraising at her alma mater, the University of California – Irvine, while pursuing her Psychology degree. After graduating, Tania was raised for twelve years in the nonprofit behavioral healthcare field as a fundraiser, marketer, and eventually Executive Director.
During her fundraising career, Tania raised almost $8 million in the form of foundation grants, capital support for building projects, and the creation of an endowment to provide philanthropic solutions for women, children, and families healing from substance use disorder. She believes a brave conversation is the start to any new endeavor.
Tania’s is the founder of Lumos Marketing. Her superpower is lighting up women’s voices, opening the doorways of opportunity and influence. She consults with a hybrid approach, guiding thought leadership personal branding strategy with coaching to banish imposter syndrome and reduce overwhelm. For more info, visit https://www.lumosmarketing.co

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Julie Ordoñez is a Change Agent. Challenger. Bonafide fundraiser and Risk Taker with over a decade of experience—from one-person development shop to major gifts officer and top 1% performer at United Way of Greater Los Angeles to development directo… — Julie Ordoñez is a Change Agent. Challenger. Bonafide fundraiser and Risk Taker with over a decade of experience—from one-person development shop to major gifts officer and top 1% performer at United Way of Greater Los Angeles to development director at a national anti-poverty organization. Since then she has helped her clients raise 5, 6 and 7-figure gifts from individuals and is the Founder of CourageLab. She’s on a mission to equip ambitious nonprofit leaders with the courage to ask for more.

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Introducing YOUR Speakers

(the best-of-the-best, the bees knees, & the greatest friends you didn’t know you needed)

Kishshana Palmer is an international speaker, trainer, and coach with a 20 year background in fundraising, marketing, and talent management who helps leaders create high performing teams. She’s a supernova on any stage and platforms due to her chari… — Kishshana Palmer is an international speaker, trainer, and coach with a 20 year background in fundraising, marketing, and talent management who helps leaders create high performing teams. She’s a supernova on any stage and platforms due to her charismatic and candid delivery. It doesn’t matter if she’s speaking about philanthropy, living your most authentic life, or diversity, the energy she brings to the stage is always entertaining and edifying. Kishshana is CEO of Kishshana & Co., an organizational development firm focused on helping everyday leaders live well and lead well. Her firm's work centers on equity and social justice and practical solutions for today’s organizations. She is the founder of The Rooted Collaborative -- a global community focused on the growth and development of women leaders of color in the social sector. She's the host of the podcast "Let's Take This Offline", an adjunct professor at Baruch College, a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT), A Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and an AFP Master Trainer. When an organization wants to grow, find and retain people on their team, raise money, and more she is the fairy godmother they have on speed dial. Her work isn’t limited to organizations, she also coaches high performing leaders. Kishshana is a NYC girl and mother of one wonderful teenage daughter. Kishshana is the epitome of your classic 90's Queens homegirl and quintessential corner office executive. She is your daily dose of Claire Huxtable with a side of Blanche Devereaux.

Cody Hays is a nonprofit marketing expert with a 5-year track record of helping nonprofits build online relationships with donors. Driven by equity, Hays’s work with Marketing Mission and the Virtual Gala Collaborative has helped nonprofits raise more than $8 million dollars to advance social change. Hays has spent his entire career in the digital communications industry, working with such organizations as the Legal Foundation of Washington, Children of Armenia Fund, Alabama Department of Education, Northern Arizona University, Future Business Leaders of America, and Reading Partners Seattle. His work has been recognized by RivalIQ and Givebutter for exceptional digital campaigns, including ranking #1 for a social media engagement and a nomination for Campaign of the Year. Hays has led workshops and participated in panel discussions related to marketing and communications for nonprofits at the DECA Western Regional Leadership Conference, for the Alabama Department of Education, and for the Future Business Leaders of America. Hays is also an instructor at the University of Florida, where he’s helping develop the next generation of change-making communicators with his Social Media Advertising for Conversions course. Hays holds a master’s degree in Mass Communication and Digital Strategy from the University of Florida and a bachelor’s degree in education from Northern Arizona University. He is open to opportunities to speak or write about nonprofit communications and marketing, nonprofit fundraising campaigns, virtual events, and life as a startup founder. — Cody Hays is a nonprofit marketing expert with a 5-year track record of helping nonprofits build online relationships with donors. Driven by equity, Hays’s work with Marketing Mission and the Virtual Gala Collaborative has helped nonprofits raise more than $8 million dollars to advance social change. Hays has spent his entire career in the digital communications industry, working with such organizations as the Legal Foundation of Washington, Children of Armenia Fund, Alabama Department of Education, Northern Arizona University, Future Business Leaders of America, and Reading Partners Seattle.
His work has been recognized by RivalIQ and Givebutter for exceptional digital campaigns, including ranking #1 for a social media engagement and a nomination for Campaign of the Year.
Hays has led workshops and participated in panel discussions related to marketing and communications for nonprofits at the DECA Western Regional Leadership Conference, for the Alabama Department of Education, and for the Future Business Leaders of America.
Hays is also an instructor at the University of Florida, where he’s helping develop the next generation of change-making communicators with his Social Media Advertising for Conversions course.
Hays holds a master’s degree in Mass Communication and Digital Strategy from the University of Florida and a bachelor’s degree in education from Northern Arizona University.
He is open to opportunities to speak or write about nonprofit communications and marketing, nonprofit fundraising campaigns, virtual events, and life as a startup founder.

Lynne Wester strongly believes that donor relations is the key to unlocking fundraising success and that organizations must be as dedicated to the donor experience, as they are to the ask itself. Lynne helps organizations when they need it the most – when crisis or opportunity arrive. Lynne partners with nonprofits large and small on a variety of initiatives from developing sound strategy and vision to utilizing technology and creating meaningful donor engagement. Her guidance has led her clients to be recognized on the national stage for fundraising innovation, creative communication, and groundbreaking donor relations work. Lynne is regularly featured in numerous publications as authored four books of her own on a myriad of industry topics. Lynne received her B.A. from the University of South Carolina, holds a Masters in Strategic Fundraising and Philanthropy from BayPath University, and proudly sports a DUCKtorate from the Disney Institute. — Lynne Wester strongly believes that donor relations is the key to unlocking fundraising success and that organizations must be as dedicated to the donor experience, as they are to the ask itself. Lynne helps organizations when they need it the most – when crisis or opportunity arrive.

Lynne partners with nonprofits large and small on a variety of initiatives from developing sound strategy and vision to utilizing technology and creating meaningful donor engagement. Her guidance has led her clients to be recognized on the national stage for fundraising innovation, creative communication, and groundbreaking donor relations work.

Lynne is regularly featured in numerous publications as authored four books of her own on a myriad of industry topics. Lynne received her B.A. from the University of South Carolina, holds a Masters in Strategic Fundraising and Philanthropy from BayPath University, and proudly sports a DUCKtorate from the Disney Institute.

Sabrina is a certified consultant, coach, & facilitator that helps small nonprofit Staff & Board build relationships that convert into more donations. She has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and leadership. Among Sabrina’s successes is that she increased operation revenue from $750,000 to $2.5M and completing a $12M comprehensive capital campaign in the 3rd poorest county in the United States. She has facilitated numerous workshops with hundreds of nonprofit professionals. Sabrina is certified in Nonprofit Management by Harvard Business School. She is an active community leader and volunteer in Edinburg, Texas where she is based.

Regina Alhassan is Founder & Owner of ResearchPRO, a leading prospect development consulting firm. An award-winning TEDx Speaker with total dollars identified in the billions, Regina’s work has fueled major gift campaigns for organizations across the country including The Ohio State University, I Am Boundless, Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Communities In Schools and Children’s Literacy Initiative. Her 20 years of prospect research and management includes wealth analysis, software development, end user training, leadership coaching, knowledge management, moves management, systems management, donor relations and development operations. Current Secretary for the Central Ohio chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals, Regina is also an artist, writer, and philanthropist.

Cindy Wagman is the President and Founder of The Good Partnership, a values-driven, social-justice informed consultancy that is working to unlock the potential of small nonprofits through fundraising. Cindy became a Certified Fundraising Executive in 2009 and received her MBA from the Rotman School at the University of Toronto in 2013. Cindy has presented for AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals), CanadaHelps, CharityVillage, the Centre for Social Innovation, Fundraising Everywhere, and Keela. She is the host of The Small Nonprofit podcast, Canada’s #1 podcast for charities.

I'm the Co-Founder, CEO & Chief Impact Officer of Pond - a reimagined marketplace for nonprofit tech where the right tools find you - and pay for your time. Our goal is to put the best tools in reach for any organization by lowering the biggest barriers to maximizing technology - limited time, money, expertise & trust. I'm a fanatic about impact with a strong belief in the scalability of social entrepreneurship. I spent 7 years as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs, but over a year developing Pond has taught me that the business world has way more to learn from nonprofits than the other way around. I'm a Board Member for the LGBT Center of NY and leading fundraiser for Cycle for the Cause, The Northeast AIDS Ride. — I'm the Co-Founder, CEO & Chief Impact Officer of Pond - a reimagined marketplace for nonprofit tech where the right tools find you - and pay for your time. Our goal is to put the best tools in reach for any organization by lowering the biggest barriers to maximizing technology - limited time, money, expertise & trust.
I'm a fanatic about impact with a strong belief in the scalability of social entrepreneurship. I spent 7 years as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs, but over a year developing Pond has taught me that the business world has way more to learn from nonprofits than the other way around.
I'm a Board Member for the LGBT Center of NY and leading fundraiser for Cycle for the Cause, The Northeast AIDS Ride.

Jarrett Ransom is known as the Nonprofit Nerd. She began her consulting firm in 2009 and works exclusively with nonprofits. She is passionate about creating community, empowering others to see and exceed their full potential.She wears many hats and under her leadership and guidance, her teams across the nation raise millions of dollars every year to support and sustain their mission. The Rayvan Group has helped create sustainable fundraising strategies for start-up to multi-million dollar charitable organizations. As President and CEO of The Rayvan Group, Jarrett consults with nonprofits to help them see the future of their organization. Not just their immediate needs, but several years down the road by providing strategic planning extending 3, 5, 10 years and beyond.In addition, Jarrett is the co-host of the American Nonprofit Academy’s Nonprofit Show where she brings her dynamic energy and enthusiasm to the weekly show featuring nonprofit thought leaders and topics from around the globe.Jarrett and her son love to adventure and explore the great outdoors. They have currently visited 11 National Parks so far and plan on seeing all US National Parks together. — Jarrett Ransom is known as the Nonprofit Nerd. She began her consulting firm in 2009 and works exclusively with nonprofits. She is passionate about creating community, empowering others to see and exceed their full potential.
She wears many hats and under her leadership and guidance, her teams across the nation raise millions of dollars every year to support and sustain their mission. The Rayvan Group has helped create sustainable fundraising strategies for start-up to multi-million dollar charitable organizations. As President and CEO of The Rayvan Group, Jarrett consults with nonprofits to help them see the future of their organization. Not just their immediate needs, but several years down the road by providing strategic planning extending 3, 5, 10 years and beyond.
In addition, Jarrett is the co-host of the American Nonprofit Academy’s Nonprofit Show where she brings her dynamic energy and enthusiasm to the weekly show featuring nonprofit thought leaders and topics from around the globe.
Jarrett and her son love to adventure and explore the great outdoors. They have currently visited 11 National Parks so far and plan on seeing all US National Parks together.

Lucretia Williams is a web designer and brand strategist helping nonprofit organizations and mission-driven businesses increase engagement, visibility, and revenue. For the past seven years, she has been able to create brands and digital homes for businesses and organizations through strategy and user-centered design principles.

Tiara Quiala is the founder and lead consultant of Quiala Group. Tiara was born and raised in the Bootheel of Missouri and currently resides in Nevada with her husband and two sons. An experienced health educator and nonprofit professional, Tiara has worked tirelessly across the nonprofit sector providing her expertise. Tiara has served over 2,000 volunteer hours as a two-year AmeriCorps veteran serving nonprofit organizations and schools across southern Illinois prior to creating Quiala Group. Quiala Group is a nonprofit consulting company whose nonprofit services have helped support several nonprofit organizations through their business lifecycle. Our services include grant readiness, program development, grant writing, and needs assessments.

Lindsay Mitrosilis is a LinkedIn mentor and business strategist for impact driven entrepreneurs looking to leave a legacy that inspires others. She helps these business owners add LinkedIn to their marketing and lead generation toolbox so that they can win more business that allows them to create the life they desire.

MacKenzie runs all things development & communications at The Little Red Dog, a nonprofit dog rescue in Southern California. She is also a virtual assistant to Out in the Boons and ManifestWorks.

Joshua Rowley, co-founded Givebox Inc. while working as a technology and business consultant after he observed the enormous gap between financial technology and nonprofit fundraising technology.

For the last 6 years, Joshua Rowley has been inventing innovative financial technologies, solving many of the issues that have been plaguing small merchants for decades. The FinTech developed will go to the underserved sector of nonprofits, before using technology to rebuild Main-street.

Prior to Givebox, Joshua served 5 years as Executive Vice President at the high profile Film and Television production company, Cheyenne Enterprises. He helped bridge technology and entertainment before consulting full time for new technology startups and leading their development, marketing and overall business strategies.

He has been asked to give keynote speeches at various technology conferences, regularly guest lectures at USC’s Technology department and mentor’s university students looking to build careers as entrepreneurs.

DeaRonda Harrison is the founder and principal consultant for June First Firm, founded in 2015. She has 10 years of federal experience with seven of those years as a grant professional. DeaRonda has obtained and managed federal awards for organizations in Georgia, Virginia, and D.C. that include housing, healthcare, workforce development, and K-12 education. She is responsible for awards of $10M over the course of her career in federal, state, and foundation grants. In addition, she has worked with the governor’s office, state agencies, foundations, business and community executives and staff, as well as public constituents. DeaRonda has extensive experience in proposal development and grant writing to federal agencies including the Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice. DeaRonda has conducted numerous grant writing and training courses which include: Grant Writing Basics at Government Contractor’s Association; Grant Writing Principles for McKinney-Vento conference and numerous Grant Writing Webinars. She is a member of the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) where she served as Georgia Chapter President for 2 years. DeaRonda obtained her Master of Business Administration from Ashford University and Bachelor of Science degree from the illustrious Tuskegee University. — DeaRonda Harrison is the founder and principal consultant for June First Firm, founded in 2015. She has 10 years of federal experience with seven of those years as a grant professional. DeaRonda has obtained and managed federal awards for organizations in Georgia, Virginia, and D.C. that include housing, healthcare, workforce development, and K-12 education. She is responsible for awards of $10M over the course of her career in federal, state, and foundation grants. In addition, she has worked with the governor’s office, state agencies, foundations, business and community executives and staff, as well as public constituents. DeaRonda has extensive experience in proposal development and grant writing to federal agencies including the Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice.
DeaRonda has conducted numerous grant writing and training courses which include: Grant Writing Basics at Government Contractor’s Association; Grant Writing Principles for McKinney-Vento conference and numerous Grant Writing Webinars. She is a member of the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) where she served as Georgia Chapter President for 2 years. DeaRonda obtained her Master of Business Administration from Ashford University and Bachelor of Science degree from the illustrious Tuskegee University.

Tiffany is a veteran fundraising professional that brings over 12 years of Non-Profit, Communications, Fundraising, and Development experience to her clients. She works to empower Executives and Founders with the knowledge necessary to dismantle barriers that prevent organizational leaders from raising funds that will sustain and grow their missions. As someone who has been on the ground in several organizations across multiple missions, Tiffany takes a holistic approach to fundraising. Tiffany works with each client to pinpoint a leader’s and organization’s struggles to help turn them into strengths. Fundraising can be overwhelming. Tiffany works to empower Non-Profit Founders and Executives with proven strategies to effectively tell their story, share their mission, and raise money for their communities.As a cornerstone to Tiffany’s mission, Tiffany believes that strong organizations build stronger communities. By building stronger and more sustainable communities, together we can create brighter futures for everyone. — Tiffany is a veteran fundraising professional that brings over 12 years of Non-Profit, Communications, Fundraising, and Development experience to her clients. She works to empower Executives and Founders with the knowledge necessary to dismantle barriers that prevent organizational leaders from raising funds that will sustain and grow their missions.

As someone who has been on the ground in several organizations across multiple missions, Tiffany takes a holistic approach to fundraising. Tiffany works with each client to pinpoint a leader’s and organization’s struggles to help turn them into strengths.
Fundraising can be overwhelming. Tiffany works to empower Non-Profit Founders and Executives with proven strategies to effectively tell their story, share their mission, and raise money for their communities.
As a cornerstone to Tiffany’s mission, Tiffany believes that strong organizations build stronger communities. By building stronger and more sustainable communities, together we can create brighter futures for everyone.

Nehemiah Harvey is a staunch advocate for creating and sustaining equitable and inclusive spaces. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration & Creative Writing from the University of California, Riverside, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Antioch University.Nehemiah is an inclusion expert who aims to elevate how marketing, communications, and design strategies are more effective when an emphasis on and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are interwoven into the action plan. Throughout his professional experience, he has been a nonprofit fundraiser, an advancement professional in higher education, and a marketing consultant in the corporate arena. Having worked across multiple sectors, he has come to understand the nuances of marketing and communications specific to each. Additionally, he has identified a common thread of actions that companies and organizations must take to create and elevate a culture of DEI that will drive engagement, community partnership, innovation, employee belonging, and (inevitably) profitability. Regardless of industry, DEI matters, and those companies and organizations that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion win. Knowing this, Nehemiah focuses on creating impactful messaging that will mirror organizational commitment and position brands for leadership and long-term success in their respective spaces and marketplaces. Messaging has a pivotal role in cultivating internal and external relationships, so it should feel relevant to the diverse audiences that will see and hear it. Nehemiah believes that as DEI is elevated in a company's internal culture, it should be equally emphasized in marketing, communications, and design initiatives. He intends to spread this DEI marketing and communications message and utilize his creative skillset to help change inequitable systems one word at a time so that future generations can live in a society more geared toward equity and access for all. — Nehemiah Harvey is a staunch advocate for creating and sustaining equitable and inclusive spaces. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration & Creative Writing from the University of California, Riverside, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Antioch University.
Nehemiah is an inclusion expert who aims to elevate how marketing, communications, and design strategies are more effective when an emphasis on and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are interwoven into the action plan. Throughout his professional experience, he has been a nonprofit fundraiser, an advancement professional in higher education, and a marketing consultant in the corporate arena. Having worked across multiple sectors, he has come to understand the nuances of marketing and communications specific to each. Additionally, he has identified a common thread of actions that companies and organizations must take to create and elevate a culture of DEI that will drive engagement, community partnership, innovation, employee belonging, and (inevitably) profitability.
Regardless of industry, DEI matters, and those companies and organizations that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion win. Knowing this, Nehemiah focuses on creating impactful messaging that will mirror organizational commitment and position brands for leadership and long-term success in their respective spaces and marketplaces. Messaging has a pivotal role in cultivating internal and external relationships, so it should feel relevant to the diverse audiences that will see and hear it. Nehemiah believes that as DEI is elevated in a company's internal culture, it should be equally emphasized in marketing, communications, and design initiatives. He intends to spread this DEI marketing and communications message and utilize his creative skillset to help change inequitable systems one word at a time so that future generations can live in a society more geared toward equity and access for all.

Torri Johnson is the co-owner of Getting to Happy Wellness. Torri is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina. The purpose of the Getting to Happy Wellness Studio is to explore mental health through the lens of the performing arts. Torri is also a social justice advocate and enjoys planning community awareness events. Recently, she has found a love for mindfulness meditation, theater, and jazz music. Torri is the proud mother of a two-year old son named Morry.For more information visit www.thegthstudio.comfacebook.com/therapywithtorri — Torri Johnson is the co-owner of Getting to Happy Wellness. Torri is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina. The purpose of the Getting to Happy Wellness Studio is to explore mental health through the lens of the performing arts. Torri is also a social justice advocate and enjoys planning community awareness events. Recently, she has found a love for mindfulness meditation, theater, and jazz music. Torri is the proud mother of a two-year old son named Morry.
For more information visit www.thegthstudio.com
facebook.com/therapywithtorri

Chevon is an Operations Coach where her company, Chevon and Co., helps CEO's create a structured Operations plan that properly supports their goals and zone of genius. Chevon’s mission is to help every small business she can, reach their full potential, generate more revenue, increase sales, give their clients better results, and finally have lifestyle freedom and peace of mind. Chevon got her start as a Virtual Assistant in 2016 and soon realized it wasn’t a task checker that business owners needed, but an operational structure that could sustain their day to day operations and future goals. She quickly pivoted from task checker to problem solver behind the scenes of many successful online companies. Chevon, born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, mother to one, music and fashion lover, forced out of her corporate career in project management, used her skillset to build a company that believes every small business can operate in excellence. “Going back to corporate wasn’t an option for me, so I had to figure out how to structure and run my business like one to be successful and profitable, now I help other Visionaries do the same”. -ChevonConnect With Chevon at chevonandco.com — Chevon is an Operations Coach where her company, Chevon and Co., helps CEO's create a structured Operations plan that properly supports their goals and zone of genius. Chevon’s mission is to help every small business she can, reach their full potential, generate more revenue, increase sales, give their clients better results, and finally have lifestyle freedom and peace of mind.
Chevon got her start as a Virtual Assistant in 2016 and soon realized it wasn’t a task checker that business owners needed, but an operational structure that could sustain their day to day operations and future goals. She quickly pivoted from task checker to problem solver behind the scenes of many successful online companies.
Chevon, born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, mother to one, music and fashion lover, forced out of her corporate career in project management, used her skillset to build a company that believes every small business can operate in excellence.
“Going back to corporate wasn’t an option for me, so I had to figure out how to structure and run my business like one to be successful and profitable, now I help other Visionaries do the same”. -Chevon
Connect With Chevon at chevonandco.com

Emily Parker is the Executive Director of the Butterfly Equity Foundation. She was brought on in September 2020 to help launch and lead this 100% food justice-focused foundation. Prior to this, she was the Director of Development for Food Forward, a… — Emily Parker is the Executive Director of the Butterfly Equity Foundation. She was brought on in September 2020 to help launch and lead this 100% food justice-focused foundation. Prior to this, she was the Director of Development for Food Forward, a nonprofit that recovers and donates millions of pounds of fresh produce each year to fight hunger in Southern California and beyond. Previously, she also worked in grants management and operations at Fundamental Inc., a Los Angeles-based philanthropic advising firm.

Elizabeth Abel is a thought leader in philanthropy and seasoned expert in fundraising. She has designed, advised, and directed development initiatives and capital campaigns that have collectively raised more than $250 million, positively impacting tens of thousands of lives. Elizabeth is a Corporate Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a leading fundraising consulting firm to nonprofit organizations worldwide. Since joining CCS in 2013, Elizabeth has partnered with institutions to plan and implement large-scale fundraising campaigns with revenue goals ranging from $5 million to over $1 billion. In this role, she provides counsel on strategic planning, major gifts fundraising, and board engagement.Elizabeth is frequently invited to lead conference presentations, facilitate development training workshops, and publish articles on trends in philanthropy. She is an Instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, where she teaches “Fundraising & Philanthropy: The Donor Journey” to graduate students in the Nonprofit Leadership Program. Her mission is to empower nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and tools to elevate philanthropy and have the greatest benefit to the communities they serve. Elizabeth holds a Masters in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Arts from Tufts University. She is an avid traveler, hiker, and tea drinker. — Elizabeth Abel is a thought leader in philanthropy and seasoned expert in fundraising. She has designed, advised, and directed development initiatives and capital campaigns that have collectively raised more than $250 million, positively impacting tens of thousands of lives. Elizabeth is a Corporate Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a leading fundraising consulting firm to nonprofit organizations worldwide. Since joining CCS in 2013, Elizabeth has partnered with institutions to plan and implement large-scale fundraising campaigns with revenue goals ranging from $5 million to over $1 billion. In this role, she provides counsel on strategic planning, major gifts fundraising, and board engagement.
Elizabeth is frequently invited to lead conference presentations, facilitate development training workshops, and publish articles on trends in philanthropy. She is an Instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, where she teaches “Fundraising & Philanthropy: The Donor Journey” to graduate students in the Nonprofit Leadership Program. Her mission is to empower nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and tools to elevate philanthropy and have the greatest benefit to the communities they serve.
Elizabeth holds a Masters in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Arts from Tufts University. She is an avid traveler, hiker, and tea drinker.

Christal M. Cherry is a nationally recognized nonprofit executive and professionally trained fundraiser. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector, she has supported higher education institutions, human services organizations, and faith-based missi… — Christal M. Cherry is a nationally recognized nonprofit executive and professionally trained fundraiser. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector, she has supported higher education institutions, human services organizations, and faith-based missions. Christal also served as a Senior Consultant at the GA Center for Nonprofits and is currently the CEO of The Board Pro, a consulting firm designed to transform leaders through board service.

Shantell J. Chambliss, PhD is an award-winning entrepreneur, business strategist, advocate and philanthropist. As an entrepreneur Shantell has developed an impressive business portfolio that includes ventures in healthcare, the nonprofit sector, consulting, retail, and cultural arts. A true student of organizational development Shantell has matched extensive education and training with over 18 years of experience as a coach and consultant to create methods that help businesses launch, grow, and maximize their profit.
Shantell is the CEO and Principal Consultant of Nonprofitability, a boutique consulting firm that specializes in equipping nonprofits and faith-based organizations with proven tools and practices that promote sustainability.
Always keeping community engagement and outreach at the forefront of her work, Shantell founded Dress for Success® Central Virginia, a Richmond, VA based affiliate of the international nonprofit organization that empowers omen to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Under her leadership, Dress for Success Central Virginia has served over 2500 women since 2012.
In 2016 Shantell and her husband Jesse experienced every expecting parents’ worst nightmare when their son, Jayden, was born 19 weeks prematurely. After Jayden's passing the couple went on an in-depth journey of healing and restoration while trying to conceive their "rainbow" baby.
In 2019 Shantell launched This End of the Rainbow, an infertility and infant loss community for women of color in an effort to share resources, hope, and help for other mothers of color that have experienced primary, secondary, or unexplained infertility and those that are desperately chasing their rainbow.
Shantell currently sits on the Board of Directors for Children Incorporated where she is the Vice President and serves a fellow to Virginia Commonwealth University’s Division of Community Engagement where she is also an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business.
For her business acumen and nonprofit work Shantell has been recognized by countless organizations including the National Association of Women Business Owners, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Yahoo! Women Who Shine, and Style Weekly Magazine (2012 Top 40 Under 40 Award Recipient).
Shantell received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University, her Master of Business Administration from Strayer University, and her PhD in Organizational Management from Capella University all with specializations in Human Resource Management and Organizational Development. She is also a graduate of Nonprofit Learning Point’s Emerging Nonprofit Leaders program and holds a Certificate in Fund Development from the University of Richmond.

Cate Mayer is the Founder & CEO of Friends Vote Together - a grassroots organization reshaping the dialogue around civic activism and voting. Cate has developed campaigns and strategies to increase voter participation by making civic action and activism easy, engaging, and ongoing. Under her leadership, the community has grown to 2,500 volunteers and leveraged $400K+ to support grassroots and community-centered organizations across the U.S.As the Founder of LilaJane Consulting, Cate works with small businesses, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations to implement bold and innovative programs & strategies that enhance and expand the relationship between organization and individual. Her approach is centered around leveraging existing networks (and those we may not realize we have access to) to unlock opportunities to tell stories, drive change and build communities. She believes change happens at the intersection of relational storytelling and strategy.Over the last 16+ years, Cate has worked across the nonprofit and for-profit sector identifying and building project structures and operationalizing programs, developing, sustaining and growing relationships, and implementing campaigns that lead to efficient outcomes. Cate has built a reputation as a creative strategist who brings new partners into campaigns and projects, a communications leader who can manage complex relationships to achieve impact, and an experienced campaigner who enacts change in communities across the country. — Cate Mayer is the Founder & CEO of Friends Vote Together - a grassroots organization reshaping the dialogue around civic activism and voting. Cate has developed campaigns and strategies to increase voter participation by making civic action and activism easy, engaging, and ongoing. Under her leadership, the community has grown to 2,500 volunteers and leveraged $400K+ to support grassroots and community-centered organizations across the U.S.
As the Founder of LilaJane Consulting, Cate works with small businesses, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations to implement bold and innovative programs & strategies that enhance and expand the relationship between organization and individual. Her approach is centered around leveraging existing networks (and those we may not realize we have access to) to unlock opportunities to tell stories, drive change and build communities. She believes change happens at the intersection of relational storytelling and strategy.
Over the last 16+ years, Cate has worked across the nonprofit and for-profit sector identifying and building project structures and operationalizing programs, developing, sustaining and growing relationships, and implementing campaigns that lead to efficient outcomes. Cate has built a reputation as a creative strategist who brings new partners into campaigns and projects, a communications leader who can manage complex relationships to achieve impact, and an experienced campaigner who enacts change in communities across the country.

Niriksha is the Senior Program Coordinator of the PVH Foundation. In this role, Niriksha is responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, including global community programming, grantmaking and associate engage… — Niriksha is the Senior Program Coordinator of the PVH Foundation. In this role, Niriksha is responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, including global community programming, grantmaking and associate engagement across PVH and its brands.
Previously, Niriksha was a Director at Changing Our World, a social impact consulting firm. Niriksha worked with clients including Xylem, Fresenius, TD Ameritrade, Union Pacific, as well as many nonprofit organizations in developing or enhancing their corporate philanthropic strategies and employee engagement to align social impact goals with business goals.
Prior to joining Changing Our World’s corporate practice, Niriksha worked at GlobalGiving Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering grassroots organizations globally to use the power of philanthropy to support and solve the issues they faced in their communities. These experiences shaped Niriksha’s understanding the importance of multi-stakeholder partnerships and the opportunities that lie in corporate citizenship and locally, community driven solutions to the world’s complex issues.
Niriksha studied at The College New Jersey and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science.

Emerald Adeyemi is Director of Membership and Development at Grantmakers for Effective Organizations. In this role, Emerald works to strengthen GEO’s community of grantmakers and advance its mission of transforming philanthropy in service of nonprofits and communities.Across her twelve year career in Washington's DC nonprofit sector, Emerald has helped organizations strengthen their operations and sustainability through fundraising strategy, systems building, and cultivating enduring relationships with stakeholders and donors. Prior to GEO, Emerald served in fundraising roles at notable organizations including Leadership Greater Washington, CityBridge Foundation, and Higher Achievement DC.She is a proud first-generation college graduate of Howard University and a graduate of Georgetown University’s Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program. Her personal passion for social change continuously fuels her professional pursuits. She holds international accreditation as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and remains actively engaged in her local community through volunteerism and membership with Black Benefactors, a DC-based giving circle. — Emerald Adeyemi is Director of Membership and Development at Grantmakers for Effective Organizations. In this role, Emerald works to strengthen GEO’s community of grantmakers and advance its mission of transforming philanthropy in service of nonprofits and communities.
Across her twelve year career in Washington's DC nonprofit sector, Emerald has helped organizations strengthen their operations and sustainability through fundraising strategy, systems building, and cultivating enduring relationships with stakeholders and donors. Prior to GEO, Emerald served in fundraising roles at notable organizations including Leadership Greater Washington, CityBridge Foundation, and Higher Achievement DC.
She is a proud first-generation college graduate of Howard University and a graduate of Georgetown University’s Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program. Her personal passion for social change continuously fuels her professional pursuits. She holds international accreditation as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and remains actively engaged in her local community through volunteerism and membership with Black Benefactors, a DC-based giving circle.

Lauren joins Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles with almost a decade of experience in nonprofit management roles. Most recently, she was the Senior Director at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s California Southland Chapter, where she executed several campaigns and events, all which exceeded revenue goals by over 25%. Her work earned her the National President’s Club Award in both 2016 and 2017 for achieving top fundraising and volunteer development success. As a member of the senior leadership team, Lauren was responsible for providing strategic direction for her chapter’s growth and development, and as a member of multiple enterprise task forces, she was instrumental in creating new initiatives and implementing national campaign standards. She is excited to bring her passion for fundraising, communication strategy and staff & volunteer development to BBBSLA. Lauren is a graduate of Wake Forest University in North Carolina where she studied Communication.

Social Media Expert. Fundraising Strategist. Nonprofit Vision Builder. Communications Pro. With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Christina has worked with nearly every type of nonprofit, from multi-million dollar organizations to small-but-mighty volunteer-led teams. She teaches nonprofits how to make achieving their mission, vision, and fundraising goals more possible than they’ve ever imagined. Christina’s strategy and vision was integral to pioneering community-driven marketing campaigns for Jamestown Properties’ Ponce City Market as well as extensive work with organizations including the Atlanta Press Club, FOTCOH, and Georgia Organics. Today, she creates online marketing and fundraising courses rooted bold storytelling and big impact, in addition to working with private clients in the purpose-driven sector. She’s ever-passionate about empowering nonprofits of any size to step into their expertise, be bold, and find their unique voice and audience online. Her packed out online workshops and courses drive enthusiasm, massive action, and powerful results. — Social Media Expert. Fundraising Strategist. Nonprofit Vision Builder. Communications Pro.
With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Christina has worked with nearly every type of nonprofit, from multi-million dollar organizations to small-but-mighty volunteer-led teams. She teaches nonprofits how to make achieving their mission, vision, and fundraising goals more possible than they’ve ever imagined.
Christina’s strategy and vision was integral to pioneering community-driven marketing campaigns for Jamestown Properties’ Ponce City Market as well as extensive work with organizations including the Atlanta Press Club, FOTCOH, and Georgia Organics. Today, she creates online marketing and fundraising courses rooted bold storytelling and big impact, in addition to working with private clients in the purpose-driven sector.
She’s ever-passionate about empowering nonprofits of any size to step into their expertise, be bold, and find their unique voice and audience online. Her packed out online workshops and courses drive enthusiasm, massive action, and powerful results.

Maria Ochoa is the founder and creative force behind Emprender Creative, LLC. Maria established Emprender Creative to help businesses and nonprofits deepen their engagement with culturally relevant bilingual content. She uses this content as a springboard to create diverse collaborations and actions supporting nonprofits and community goals. Maria holds a Master's in Leadership Studies from North Central College. She has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector working with diverse populations in California and Illinois— advocating for individuals and groups. Her social media and content creation work have allowed her to advocate for our communities’ most vulnerable members. She values compassion, dignity, transparency, respect, and diversity. — Maria Ochoa is the founder and creative force behind Emprender Creative, LLC. Maria established Emprender Creative to help businesses and nonprofits deepen their engagement with culturally relevant bilingual content. She uses this content as a springboard to create diverse collaborations and actions supporting nonprofits and community goals.
Maria holds a Master's in Leadership Studies from North Central College. She has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector working with diverse populations in California and Illinois— advocating for individuals and groups. Her social media and content creation work have allowed her to advocate for our communities’ most vulnerable members. She values compassion, dignity, transparency, respect, and diversity.

Hey, I’m Julie! I’m a Change Agent. A Challenger. A bonafide Fundraiser and Risk Taker.I believe in the power of courage, the good that comes from generosity, and the audacity of the ask. I help nonprofit leaders fearlessly pursue their mission… — Hi I’m Mariah Monique, Founder of The Sponsorship Catalyst, LLC. I have 8+ years building strategic partnerships for federal, county, and local government and non-profit organizations. I am passionate about elevating brand reputation, curating collaborations, and increasing impact through sponsorships.
As a sponsorship gatekeeper and funder, I understand what a sponsor is looking for. I have evaluated hundreds of sponsorship proposals and decks, contributed to the decision making process for fund allocation, negotiated requests, and built brand reputation and awareness through sponsorships.
Mariah is the created of the Positioned and Sponsored program, a live group coaching program to teach minority owned businesses and organizations who struggle to secure event sponsors, position themselves to eliminate self-funded events, increase confidence to build effective sponsorship proposal and decks, & pitch their events confidently, so they can secure corporate event sponsors and increase impact.

Mariah is professional Virtual Executive & Administrative Assistant with over 9 years of experience supporting leaders in management and executive roles. Mariah has extensive knowledge of all administrative tasks, including complex calendar management, project management, communications, operational support, and basic IT management. Mariah believes in the idea of delegating your time consuming administrative tasks and projects, so business owners can focus on their higher priorities.Before starting her professional administrative career, Mariah has held positions in the management consulting, real estate investment, non-profit management, and digital advertising start-up industries. Mariah takes pride in her ability to quickly adapt and tailor her skills to meet the needs of any organization to ensure quality of support and efficiency. After tapping into her entrepreneurial spirit, Mariah began her Virtual Assisting business in June 2020 and believes in carving her own career path so she can enjoy her business and have fun in her personal life! — Mariah is professional Virtual Executive & Administrative Assistant with over 9 years of experience supporting leaders in management and executive roles. Mariah has extensive knowledge of all administrative tasks, including complex calendar management, project management, communications, operational support, and basic IT management. Mariah believes in the idea of delegating your time consuming administrative tasks and projects, so business owners can focus on their higher priorities.
Before starting her professional administrative career, Mariah has held positions in the management consulting, real estate investment, non-profit management, and digital advertising start-up industries. Mariah takes pride in her ability to quickly adapt and tailor her skills to meet the needs of any organization to ensure quality of support and efficiency.
After tapping into her entrepreneurial spirit, Mariah began her Virtual Assisting business in June 2020 and believes in carving her own career path so she can enjoy her business and have fun in her personal life!

Danielle M. Reyes is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Crimsonbridge Foundation. Since the foundation’s inception in 2015, she has led the strategic development and implementation of its operations and programs. As an entrepreneur and organizational leader in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector, Danielle designs innovative philanthropic approaches and initiatives that integrate equity, technology, and communications to foster authentic community-based partnerships that drive change. She brings more than 25 years of professional experience in education, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector. Prior roles in her career include serving as a Senior Program Officer at the Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation, Executive Director of the Latino Student Fund, and as the first Western Region Team leader for Reading Is Fundamental. In addition to leading education-focused nonprofit organizations, Danielle’s teaching experience includes several years as a public-school teacher, university instructor, and U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco.An active volunteer in the community, Danielle currently serves as the co-chair of the Crestwood Citizens’ Association’s Green Team in Ward 4 and on the board of directors of Rock Creek Conservancy and the DC Bar Foundation. Danielle holds a master’s degree in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy from Harvard University Graduate School of Education, a master’s degree in Teaching from Manhattanville College, and received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan. When not working in philanthropy, Danielle is an avid outdoors enthusiast. She founded Yoga Hikes DC, LLC in 2013 and has been an active leader and advocate in Washington, D.C. outdoor fitness and environmental conservation. — Danielle M. Reyes is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Crimsonbridge Foundation. Since the foundation’s inception in 2015, she has led the strategic development and implementation of its operations and programs. As an entrepreneur and organizational leader in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector, Danielle designs innovative philanthropic approaches and initiatives that integrate equity, technology, and communications to foster authentic community-based partnerships that drive change. She brings more than 25 years of professional experience in education, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector. Prior roles in her career include serving as a Senior Program Officer at the Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation, Executive Director of the Latino Student Fund, and as the first Western Region Team leader for Reading Is Fundamental. In addition to leading education-focused nonprofit organizations, Danielle’s teaching experience includes several years as a public-school teacher, university instructor, and U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco.
An active volunteer in the community, Danielle currently serves as the co-chair of the Crestwood Citizens’ Association’s Green Team in Ward 4 and on the board of directors of Rock Creek Conservancy and the DC Bar Foundation. Danielle holds a master’s degree in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy from Harvard University Graduate School of Education, a master’s degree in Teaching from Manhattanville College, and received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan. When not working in philanthropy, Danielle is an avid outdoors enthusiast. She founded Yoga Hikes DC, LLC in 2013 and has been an active leader and advocate in Washington, D.C. outdoor fitness and environmental conservation.

James Citron is the Chief Executive Officer of Pledge and leads the strategic vision and organizational growth across the company.James is a serial mobile and social entrepreneur committed to harnessing the power of mobile technology to create a more connected, healthy and sustainable planet. Prior to Pledge, James led Mogreet and Outspoken, two of the largest text messaging and mobile engagement companies in the United States, to acquisitions by Silver Lake and Blackstone portfolio companies, respectively. An early pioneer in the mobile video space and nicknamed the ‘Father of MMS’, James’ technology today powers over 50% of all MMS messages sent by businesses and was awarded one of the first patents in the mobile video space.James is a frequent speaker on social enterprise, mobile technology and entrepreneurship, and enjoys mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs committed to building businesses at the intersection of profit and purpose. A graduate of Princeton University, James is personally passionate about helping to eradicate illiteracy, homelessness and hunger. — James Citron is the Chief Executive Officer of Pledge and leads the strategic vision and organizational growth across the company.
James is a serial mobile and social entrepreneur committed to harnessing the power of mobile technology to create a more connected, healthy and sustainable planet. Prior to Pledge, James led Mogreet and Outspoken, two of the largest text messaging and mobile engagement companies in the United States, to acquisitions by Silver Lake and Blackstone portfolio companies, respectively. An early pioneer in the mobile video space and nicknamed the ‘Father of MMS’, James’ technology today powers over 50% of all MMS messages sent by businesses and was awarded one of the first patents in the mobile video space.
James is a frequent speaker on social enterprise, mobile technology and entrepreneurship, and enjoys mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs committed to building businesses at the intersection of profit and purpose. A graduate of Princeton University, James is personally passionate about helping to eradicate illiteracy, homelessness and hunger.

The truth is…

Fundraising can be hard.

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Two years ago, while talking with a nonprofit Executive Director with 15+ years experience, he said to me, "But HOW do I follow up? And how do I treat fundraising like making friends?"

It was then that I realized - no one is teaching these important fundraising skills to anyone.

For the last 4 years, I've been on a mission to help nonprofit founders, fundraisers and executive directors have more education, feel more support and say, "I've got this!" when it comes time to raise money for the organizations they love.

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