Flora E. Davis, MA, CFRE
Cypress,TX
Summary
Results-driven non-profit executive with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality relationship building and fund development expertise to engage high net worth donors. Proven ability to identify philanthropic aspirations, manage concerns and build strong relationships. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Well-regarded Philanthropic Advisor highly effective at analyzing data and trends to make timely, useful and effective recommendations to support organization initiatives. Well-versed in operating in complex, dynamic environments under tight deadlines. Prepared to leverage 35 years' experience to take on the Director of Advancement , Texas position with Haggai International.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Philanthropy Advisor, Transformational Giving
International Fellowship Of Christians And Jews
08.2019 - Current
- A philanthropic facilitator, responsible for partnering with high net worth donors to plan their donations and the desired impact to bless Israel and Jewish people around the world.
- Oversee The Fellowship's Foundation Grants Management initiative to secure contributions from private foundations to fund IFCJ programs to alleviate Poverty by providing humanitarian care and life-saving aid to elderly Holocaust survivors.
- Build and maintain relationships with established donors and prospects to provide ongoing support to The Fellowship, generating $1.7 million annually.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration within the transformational giving team and the planned giving team to help business unit functions operate smoothly.
- Contribute insights during team meetings aimed at optimizing enterprise-wide processes and procedures for increased continuous improvement.
- Utilize advanced CRM tools to track donor interactions efficiently while maintaining detailed records of their individual goals, preferences, and concerns.
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers.
- Regular travel within 8 state region to meet with donors and prospects.
Director of Development
nonPareil Institute
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Planned and executed annual fundraising initiatives including individual major gifts, foundations and corporate giving, special events, third party fundraisers and targeted fundraising campaigns
- Created monthly giving program
- Provided oversight for internal and external communications, social media, donor database management and community outreach activities
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with Advisory Board members, event committee volunteers and nP program staff to advance the organization mission and achieve fundraising goals
- Increased fundraising revenue from $86K to $450K+ within 11 months of assuming the position from diverse funding sources.
Director, External Affairs
Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Established Development and Communications initiatives to secure financial resources from individuals, corporations and foundations; managed social media volunteers; participated in community outreach events to raise awareness about psychosis and available resources
- Raised $150K new revenue within 6 months of assuming position.
- Collaborated with internal departments to align messaging across all channels and platforms.
- Boosted online presence through the development and management of engaging social media content.
Director of Development & Communications
Lone Star Family Health Center
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Established Development Office infrastructure to support three community clinic operations located in Conroe, Spring and Willis, Texas
- Participated in strategic planning and collaboration sessions for fund development, marketing, communications, advocacy and community outreach initiatives
- Managed 5 department staff and budgets
- Diversified funding to include individuals, private foundation, corporate giving and special events
- Staff liaison to two Board Committees: Advisory Council and Community Outreach
- Partnered with CEO to increase Board support and engagement.
Regional Chief Advancement Officer
American Red Cross, North Texas Region
01.2011 - 10.2015
- Promoted to new position providing operations, revenue generation leadership, and administrative oversight to (20) Advancement Team members, including (6) Executive Directors in the North Texas Region, spanning 111 counties from the Texas Panhandle to East Texas
- Executed various fundraising strategies and campaigns, including individual, corporate and board giving, Partnered with (9) Community Chapter Board of Directors to achieve mission service delivery, community visibility and financial development goals
- Doubled overall territory revenue in two years, from $1.6M to $3.6M, by strategic cultivation and stewardship initiatives with prospective major gift donors.
- Oversaw management of 27 Federated/United Way accounts in the North Texas Region, accounting for approximately $500K annual revenue.
- Member of the American Red Cross-national office advisory group 'Fund Development Best Practices in Rural Communities.'
- Fostered strong relationships with community partners and media contacts, raising the organization's profile and attracting new supporters.
Regional Chief Development Officer
American Red Cross, Fort Worth Region
04.2009 - 01.2011
- Provided fundraising leadership and administrative oversight to Fund Development department, serving 78 counties in the Chisholm Trail Chapter jurisdiction
- Supervised 7 staff and partnered with leadership volunteers and local Community Development Teams to achieve $5M annual revenue goal
- Exceeded $5 million revenue goal to $7 million in 2 years from individual and corporate donors
- Created 'Taking Care of Business' Campaign to secure financial support from small to mid-size businesses, resulting in 15% increase in corporate support
- Secured $400,000 corporate gifts to fund Disaster Relief Program.
- Inspired team members to meet business objectives by monitoring performance and motivating.
Regional Vice President of Development
American Lung Association
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Member of the Leadership Team responsible for revenue generation and Advisory Board development and management
- Achieved region's $800K revenue goal through Leadership Campaigns, Workplace Giving, Corporate and Foundation support, Memorials and Tributes, Major Donor and Planned Giving Programs
- Executed 3 annual special events: Walk, Dinner Gala, and Stair Climb
- Supervised 3 development staff; recruited, trained and managed volunteers for two Leadership Councils
- Established and maintained strategic partnerships and alliances
- Coordinated the identification and submission of grant proposals with the ALACS Program Director.
Director, Events & Resource Development
High Point Church
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Grant writer for Faith Based Initiatives, generating revenue to fund church outreach programs
- Designed and executed community special events
- Created sponsorship opportunities to fund events and church outreach projects
- Recruited, trained and supervised 500+ volunteers
- Negotiated event vendor contracts.
Vice President of Donor Development
National MS Society
08.1995 - 12.2000
- Chief fundraising officer establishing Donor Development department generating revenue from Annual Campaigns, Board and Workplace Giving Campaigns, Special Events, Major Gifts and Planned Giving
- Achieved $5M revenue goal
- Supervised 2 development staff and worked with Board of Directors and committees to achieve fundraising goals
- Served as a consultant for the national home office providing fundraising guidance to MS Chapters in the Central States.
Vice President of Client & Clinical Services
National MS Society, Lone Star Chapter
05.1992 - 08.1995
- Responsible for delivery of client programs within 65 county service area
- Managed local program services committees, generated revenue to fund programs, and remote team management
- Successfully wrote and submitted grant proposals to fund Client Services programs.
Education
CFRE -
Certified Fundraising Executive 2015-Present
CFRE International 10.2015
Master of Arts - Community Psychology
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.1981
Skills
- Moves Management
- Grantsmanship
- Cross-functional Collaborations
- Prospect Research
- Special Event Planning & Management
- Board Development & Board Relations
- Presentations & Public Speaking
- Marketing & Communications
- Non-profit Fund Development
- Program Development
- Virtual Team Management
- Corporate and Foundation Relations
- Strategic Planning
- CRM Salesforce, Raiser's Edge
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Grant Professionals Association, Southeast Texas Chapter
- Board of Directors, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Houston Chapter
- Charitable Gift Planners of Houston
Timeline
Philanthropy Advisor, Transformational Giving
International Fellowship Of Christians And Jews
08.2019 - Current
Director of Development
nonPareil Institute
07.2018 - 08.2019
Director, External Affairs
Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance
06.2017 - 05.2018
Director of Development & Communications
Lone Star Family Health Center
06.2016 - 05.2017
Regional Chief Advancement Officer
American Red Cross, North Texas Region
01.2011 - 10.2015
Regional Chief Development Officer
American Red Cross, Fort Worth Region
04.2009 - 01.2011
Regional Vice President of Development
American Lung Association
01.2006 - 01.2009
Director, Events & Resource Development
High Point Church
01.2001 - 01.2005
Vice President of Donor Development
National MS Society
08.1995 - 12.2000
Vice President of Client & Clinical Services
National MS Society, Lone Star Chapter
05.1992 - 08.1995
CFRE -
Certified Fundraising Executive 2015-Present
Master of Arts - Community Psychology
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stephen F. Austin State University
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