Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Experienced leader with a proven talent to establish and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Executive-level oversight for all fundraising activities, emphasizing major gift revenue Consistently achieve and surpass the annual $10M contributed revenue target Maintain close working relationship with President, CEO and Board of Directors Advisor on the Governance and Nominating Committee Provide leadership to senior volunteers, ensuring strong engagement for fundraising success Actively cultivate new partnerships to broaden donor base Oversee staff of 14
Led major gift portfolio and stewardship strategy
Established and enhanced relationships with key internal and external partners Collaborated with internal stakeholders to leverage philanthropic investments Managed Foundation governance, grant evaluation and the annual fundraising event Assessed and made recommendations on national capital campaign strategies Implemented team volunteer opportunities with key partners across Canada Represented CIBC at philanthropic events and industry sessions
Worked directly with the President and Board members to counsel and inform philanthropic and internal communication strategies. Designed and led the annual employee volunteer and giving program Created cross-functional grant review committee Produced quarterly town hall meetings
Assisted the board of directors in developing annual strategic business plan Developed and managed the Foundation’s governance and processes Led stewardship strategy for over 75 external nonprofit agencies Established and tracked operational budgets
Managed all facets of operations and marketing for this Emmy award-winning design company Wrote, edited and designed external and internal communications Prepared materials for the quarterly partners meeting Managed contract negotiations, schedules, budgets and production elements Received Emmy Award honors