David Simon

Senior Associate

David Simon is an accomplished fundraising professional with more than twenty years of experience fostering meaningful relationships to support the growth of nonprofit organizations. His professional experience includes senior development roles with Mayo Clinic, University of Wisconsin, University of Arizona, and Dictionary of American Regional English. As a development specialist who regularly raised millions of dollars, David also contributed to the success of fundraising efforts by managing prospect donors and coaching or training key staff to ensure successful campaigns. David holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin.

Fundraising Area of Expertise: Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning. David also possesses expertise in Advancement Services; Donor and Constituent Engagement; Alumni Relations and Giving, Counsel and Support for Philanthropists, International Fundraising, Major and Principal Gifts, Planned and Legacy Gifts, and Board Training Experience.

Sector Experience: More than twenty years of meaningful fundraising partnerships with significant donors and their families to raise many millions of dollars to support Education, Healthcare, Arts & Culture, International Development and other efforts. A talented and active listener to all donors from billionaires to more modest benefactors.

David’s fundraising must have: Building a sacred level of trust and open lines of communication are keys to connecting the passions of donors to the important work of non-profit organizations.

Contact David at: dsimon@ssutton-and-associates.com