Welcome!

Early in my career, I witnessed the essence of philanthropy—in word, act, and deed. I’ve since dedicated myself to this pursuit.  When I left Wall Street, I laid a course to become an expert facilitator of Philanthropy and trusted partner in managing and stewarding resources provided to meet the missions I would serve. My career strategy?  I would study philanthropic tools, methods, and history while building organizations across small, medium and large in scale having mission scope, local, regional, national and international.

Fundraising is organized, deliberate and mission driven work. Counter to many in the profession, I view the skill sets and methodologies of high caliber development work as absolutely transferable to most any mission as long as one has passion and curiosity for the mission.

While passion and curiosity may enable excellent fundraising, the skills required for building a culture of Philanthropy at an organization are learned through experience.  My career thus far, in fact proves this.

My track record? —I’ve raised over $350 million- never missing a revenue goal.  I’ve coached impactful teams and facilitated conversations with high-net-worth individuals that have changed the course of many organizations for the better.

Numbers, not words tell the narrative of how an organization operates. Who, what, where, when, and why a group of dedicated individuals have joined together to advance a mission reflecting values, vision and unique identity is the narrative of words meant to inform and inspire.

I am expert at creating and communicating both.

Philanthropy is the way by which I help missions move closer to accomplishments, and people on a mission to create a more just and equitable world.

Coi amplify the good people do





THE POWER OF EVERYONE
"Everyone creates your brand so it follows everyone should be afforded the opportunity to understand their brand contribution and be encouraged to preserve, strengthen
and increase it."



my approach

KEY COMPETENCIES

leadership with a growth mindset

Building the narratives that capture hearts and minds opening the doors of an organization for inquiry and investment is a perpetual invitation. We can only serve if allowed to do so. Leadership is not telling, it is listening and successful growth happens when what is heard is understood and acted upon.
This is true for people and organizations.

strategy

I am expert at pulling clarity out of the clamor and team leading professionals to build mission advancing strategies  achieving program goals from sources that understand and are seeking the outcomes delivered.  


innovation

Mavericks, Adaptors, Reinventors or Adventurers? A mix is probable. For as many archetypes associated with innovation there are more supported models. Two important things to know 1- all models for innovation are moving toward transparency with a more inclusive process. 2-Any team I coach will be using the model that will provide the most impact across the entire organization.

adaptability

Today, change is a state of being.
For many, if you can't scale you fail.
And you can't scale if your strategies and tactics aren't designed and organized to run efficiently and grow organically while leveraging as much of the organization as possible so all ships rise with the changing tide.  
Successfully executing innovative  strategies that surpass goals and solve challenges is my standard of operation.

What they Say...

Testimonials

"David has the rare combination of serving as an inspiring mentor while also being his staff’s strongest cheerleader. With a combination of C-level Biz Dev. expertise from the for-profit world and senior leadership roles at organizations for social good he brings a broad perspective and tremendous experience to advancing organizational priorities with strategies that meet the moment and surpass expectations. David was a breath of fresh air at FINCA, energizing the team and emphasizing the important role we each played in realizing mission. Not just a director, he served as a contemporary leader for the entire organization."

Jennifer Greene, Director of Business Development, FINCA

Resilience, adaptability and passion fuel David's strategy and presentation. I asked him where it all comes from?
"My belief in you" was his reply.

Heather Phibbs, Director of Development, Neurosciences

I have known David during most of his career. His belief in the power of Philanthropy as a power for good informs all of his work. His perspective is broad, yet he develops a precise strategy that accounts for the unexpected, delivers past expectations, and has plenty of room for everyone involved to take the credit!

Jeannie Shen, Chief Investment Officer, GAVI Alliance

David’s enthusiasm for and knowledge of philanthropy is infectious; His discussion demonstrated philanthropy’s first mover status leading to some of the most important achievements in history. Pivoting to the progress of the present day and our individual efforts to meet our mission, he helped us see our actions as brush strokes, painting the picture of the legacy we will leave our children. He moved us past our personal discomforts and led us to use evidence developing clear-eyed, aspirational plans with the strategies to achieve our goals.

Nancy Hans, Executive Director, The Prevention Council

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I am seeking "the" ten year career-capping role that brings my 20 years of study of, and experience in philanthropy to benefit a mission in which I care about deeply and believe in passionately.


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