Andre Cambauva Bogsan
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic Development Director with a proven track record at LaAmistad Inc. Expertise in fundraising strategies and budget management, successfully doubling income and donor base. Skilled in event planning and board engagement, driving impactful initiatives that foster community support and enhance organizational growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Director
LaAmistad Inc.Org
GA, USA
06.2023 - Current
- Developed fundraising channels, doubling income and donor base.
- Coordinated activities and engagement of the Board of Directors, driving donations and networking opportunities.
- Managed P&L for a 90-member team and a $3 million annual budget.
- Led marketing and communication strategies across divisions, including public and private sectors.
- Executed digital consumer marketing strategies and grant writing.
- Organized events such as galas and private donor meetings.
- Managed board relations and activities.
Operations Manager
Improve IT! of Atlanta
GA, USA
03.2018 - 03.2023
- Oversaw installation division, depreciation, collections, and customer service.
- Coordinated sales team activities and managed five field crew members.
- Managed P&L for gross margin and purchase order fulfillment.
- Directed marketing and communication strategies, including canvassing and telemarketing.
- Supervised the installation of over 20 new roofs per week.
- Achieved strong insurance approval rates.
- Reported directly to the company owner.
Owner & Commercial Director
BySide Group
02.2011 - 03.2023
- Developed fundraising canvassing channels in Brazil for major organizations like Save the Children, Plan International, and UNICEF.
- Managed operations team of 160 employees.
- Held full P&L responsibility for marketing and fundraising operations.
- Implemented marketing and communication strategies across all sectors.
- Acquired over 25,000 new donors per year with retention rates above 85%.
- Increased monthly donations across categories.
Regional Director of Business Development and Start-up Operations for South America
The Nature Conservancy
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Advanced fundraising and philanthropy in South America.
- Coordinated activities of the Brazil Board of Directors.
- Managed P&L for private and entrepreneurial operations in South America.
Senior Manager, Publishing, Marketing, and Sales Alternative Channels of DVD and VHS
The Walt Disney Company Brazil
01.1998 - 05.2006
- Managed product licensing for publishing in Latin America.
- Negotiated and approved licensing contracts.
- Directed marketing campaigns and product launches.
- Managed budget and P&L across five business lines.
Junior Product Manager / Trade Marketing Manager
Bombril-Cirio S.A.
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Company Overview: (Consumer Cleaning Products)
- Launched Bombril Line under an umbrella concept for cleaning products.
- Achieved a 15.6% market share for new sponges within six months.
- Approved marketing campaigns across media channels.
- Directed incentive campaigns for new product releases.
- (Consumer Cleaning Products)
Sales Manager
General Motors do Brazil Ltda
01.1988 - 01.1994
- Increased sales by over 26% ($3 million per quarter).
- Developed the Chevrolet Customer Support Center.
- Created and implemented direct sales programs for consumers and GM employees.
- Coordinated the Chevrolet Customer Service Center.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Economics, Marketing and Business Administration
Florida International University
Miami, FL08-1994
Skills
- Fundraising strategies
- Grant writing
- Budget management
- Board engagement
- Event planning
- Digital marketing
Languages
- Portuguese, Native
- Spanish, Fluent
- English, Fluent
Affiliations
- Best employee of the Year - The Walt Disney Company
Timeline
Development Director
LaAmistad Inc.Org
06.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Improve IT! of Atlanta
03.2018 - 03.2023
Owner & Commercial Director
BySide Group
02.2011 - 03.2023
Regional Director of Business Development and Start-up Operations for South America
The Nature Conservancy
08.2008 - 08.2010
Senior Manager, Publishing, Marketing, and Sales Alternative Channels of DVD and VHS
The Walt Disney Company Brazil
01.1998 - 05.2006
Junior Product Manager / Trade Marketing Manager
Bombril-Cirio S.A.
01.1994 - 01.1998
Sales Manager
General Motors do Brazil Ltda
01.1988 - 01.1994
Post-Graduate Certificate - Economics, Marketing and Business Administration
Florida International University
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