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Yannan Li

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Junior Associate

With a PhD degree in Philanthropic Studies from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University and over 5 years of research experience in the nonprofit sector, Yannan Li is a specialist when it comes to using numbers and figures to tell a compelling story about philanthropy. Yannan is particularly skillful at investigating the giving trends, exploring the market of major gifts, conducting prospect research, and developing social media strategies. She is also dedicated to the education and training of next generation of nonprofit leaders.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Yannan’s core expertise is in Data Analytics. She also has extensive experience in Alumni Relations and Giving; Counsel and Support for Philanthropists; and Social Media Strategies;

Sector Experience: Higher Education and International Development

Yannan’s fundraising must have: The understanding that fundraising is an ongoing cycle and a commitment to building long-term relationship with constituents.

Contact Yannan at: [email protected]

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Amanda Leininger

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Junior Associate

With more than 8 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Amanda Leininger possesses expertise in social media, events management, data analytics, corporate giving, project management, and content production and editing. Her career has included various roles in marketing, communications, corporate relations, development and events for Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Amanda’s previous successes include overseeing production and acting as lead writer of the development section of the award-winning Hopkins Children’s magazine. She also developed and led the multi-channel social media strategy for the hospital, with consistently increasing growth and engagement. Additionally, through content production and volunteer engagement strategies she helped elevate the Children’s Center’s annual Radiothon fundraising event to the most successful event of its kind in the US, raising over $1M each year.
Amanda holds a Master of Arts in Communication with a concentration in Corporate and Nonprofit Communication, Public and Media Relations, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Theatre Arts and Studies from Johns Hopkins University.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Amanda’s core expertise is in Donor and Constituent Engagement. Data Analytics, Direct Marketing, Project Management

Sector Experience: Healthcare, Arts & Culture

Amanda’s fundraising must have: A strong “why” and personal story––no matter your cause, your personal connection and passion is crucial to helping inspire others to give.

Contact Amanda at: [email protected]

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Laryssa Lebar

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Senior Associate

With more than 20 years of experience in the Education sector, Laryssa Lebar specializes in Marketing and Communications, Digital Strategy, Donor and Constituent Engagement, and Project Management. Some of her previous experiences includes roles as Marketing and Communications Manager at Kingsway College School, Communications Manager at Upper Canada College, and Manager of Online Communications at Havergal College. Laryssa graduated from the University of Toronto with a Masters in Information Studies, specializing in Information Science.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Laryssa’s core strength is in marketing and communication. She also has wide experience in digital strategy, donor and constituent engagement and project management.

Sector Experience: Education; Healthcare; Community Based Membership & Advocacy

Laryssa’s fundraising must have: Clear and compelling prospect and constituent communications are fundamental to establishing and maintaining a donor relationship of support.

Contact Laryssa at: [email protected]

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Jerry Lawlor

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Associate

Jerry has dedicated his career to assisting charities and nonprofit organizations in generating revenue and effectively communicating their purpose. For over 10 years, Jerry has worked with nonprofits to raise millions of dollars to support program development and enhance growth. Jerry’s professional experience includes key development roles with diverse organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Huntington Society of Canada, and Norfolk General Hospital Foundation. He has also held community relations positions with Hamilton Health Sciences and the Victorian Order of Nurses. Jerry is a Certified Fund Raising Executive and also completed the Community Shift Leadership Program at Ivey Business School which is designed for C-level leaders of Canadian nonprofit organizations. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Lakehead University and a Post Diploma in Public Relations from Niagara College.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning. Jerry also possesses expertise in Major Gifts; Capital Campaigns; Strategic Management and Leadership.

Sector Experience: Jerry has been involved in Healthcare, education and the social services.

Jerry’s fundraising must have: Data and ideas to create a plan and energy to work the plan.

Contact Jerry at: [email protected]

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Dave Lavoie

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Associate

Dave Lavoie is a seasoned fundraising manager with over 20 years of experience working with well known Canadian and international nonprofits. He has helped organizations create and implement data-driven strategies to expand their development channels, and enhance fundraising programs to exceed revenue goals and steward a broad base of donor support. As a resourceful and results-oriented leader, Dave excells as a project manager, forecaster, operational planer, and evaluator. His professional experience includes positions with Save the Children Canada, Canadian National Institute for the Blind, TVO, and Oxfam. He received a Bachelor of Music from Mount Allison University, and completed the Fundraising Associate Program at the B.C. Institute of Technology. He is currently in the process of obtaining Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) status.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Dave brings a deep level of sector expertise in Direct Marketing. A well-rounded fundraising professional, he also brings extensive experience in donor stewardship, program strategy, development, budgeting, implementation and staff management.

Sector Experience: Through his work as both a client and a vendor, Dave has gained a unique perspective, knowledge and set of skills. Dave has managed multi-million dollar portfolios for organizations such as the National Ballet of Canada, Oxfam, TVO, and Save the Children, and for the service providers, Univision and Strategic Communications.

Dave’s fundraising must have: When people ask what I do, I tell them I am a conduit… one that channels the all-important desires of individuals who want to make a difference in the world through organizations who have the potential to make the world a better place.

Contact Dave at: [email protected]

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Michael Koch

Post author By mturner
Post date October 8, 2016

Senior Associate

Michael Koch is a visionary business and nonprofit executive, accomplished agent for change, strategic thinker and an effective leader with more than 30 years of experience in philanthropy. Michael has a proven track record creating and implementing innovative models and start-ups that are transformative and drive large-scale change, improve systems, and achieve greater social impact. He has co-founded and held senior management and leadership roles with healthcare organizations and foundations where he oversaw daily operations related to Board relations and investment frameworks, implemented short- and long-term goals, and collectively raised hundreds of millions of dollars in support of healthy families, children, and those in hospice care. Michael is a tireless advocate dedicated to promoting social justice, inclusion, and shaping public policy with the goal to reduce inequities and improve the health and well-being of underserved and vulnerable populations. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts degree from San Diego State University.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Michael’s core expertise is in Board Training, Management and Governance. He also has impressive experience in Designing Strategies that Achieve Results; Donor Engagement and Relationships; Capacity Building; Project Management; Identifying, Cultivating, and Securing Major Gifts; Cause-Related Marketing Campaigns; Program-Related Investments; Feasibility Studies; Impactful Giving Strategies for Family Foundations and Donor-Advised Funds; Professional Coaching; Philanthropy and Grantmaking; Civic Engagement; Marketing and Branding

Sector Experience: Health and Human Services; Children’s Services; Social Services; Hospitals; Community-Based Organizations

Michael’s fundraising must have: A strategic plan, solid value proposition, flexibility and agility to make adjustments, creativity, Board engagement, and leverage opportunities

Contact Michael at: [email protected]