JASON STANLEY
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced Director of Development skilled in strategic planning and achieving record-setting fundraising goals. Exceptional at building trust and cultivating long-term relationships with potential donors. Consistently delivers impressive personal and team results while demonstrating interpersonal respect.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Development
Stephen Wise Temple & Wise Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Increased major giving revenue by 95% through innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted campaigns.
- Expanded the organization's network of supporters through targeted outreach, events, and partnership development.
- Established robust performance metrics for continuous improvement in fundraising activities and outcomes.
- Strengthened relationships with existing donors through timely acknowledgment letters, reports on funded projects, and invitations to participate in exclusive events.
- Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to create compelling fundraising materials that resonated with diverse audiences.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for donor relations, proposal writing, and grants management.
Development Consultant
JMS Development Consulting
08.2012 - Current
- Developed successful donor acquisition and retention strategies in collaboration with executive teams at various non-profits, increasing major giving by 30% on average.
- Managed organization and compilation of donor research data while ensuring proper CRM documentation to support donation revenue forecasting, representing a 100% increase in accuracy of donor data.
- Conducted comprehensive research to identify potential funding opportunities and partnerships.
- Mentored junior team members in various aspects of development consulting work – sharing expertise and promoting professional growth.
Operations Project Manager
Applied Memetics, LLC (Contract)
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale COVID-19 operations projects, ensuring timely procurement of resources and smooth transitions between phases.
- Liaised with clinical operations team to define project scope, timelines, resources and requirements, streamlining processes for data collection, new site requests, vendor communication, and prioritization of programmatic needs and outputs; applying continuous improvement strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that positively impacted project budgets and timelines.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring timely project delivery.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, optimizing budgets without compromising on quality or performance.
Principal Consultant
ADWEKO Consulting, GMBH
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed all aspects of customer engagement, managing team and partner resources to execute SAP solution delivery and evaluate site deployment readiness.
- Evaluated business processes, identifying inefficiencies and recommending targeted improvements.
- Served as a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex industry landscapes.
- Delivered exceptional presentations for C-level executives, showcasing project progress and results.
Major Gifts Officer
The Heritage Foundation
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Managed prospect pool and portfolio of major-gift donors in the Northeastern U.S.
- Generated a 90% increase in donor giving, representing > $3M in major giving and > $10M in estate giving.
- Developed successful strategies for donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Identified potential major gift prospects through research, networking, and relationship-building efforts.
- Collaborated with Marketing Department to develop and implement marketing campaigns to better target donors by policy area interest.
Assistant Director of Annual Giving
Boston College
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Managed annual gift campaigns for 40th and 45th reunion classes
- Generated an increase in leadership giving (>$1k) by 45% in the 40th and 45th reunion classes, representing nearly $1M.
- Expanded the donor base by researching new funding opportunities, establishing relationships with potential donors.
- Increased donor retention by implementing targeted outreach strategies and personalized communication initiatives.
Assistant Director, Annual Giving
American Israel Public Affairs Committee
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Organized successful donor events and meetings, fostering lasting connections between supporters and the organization.
- Enhanced visibility of organizational impact through tailored presentations to prospective donors, resulting in a 300% increase in major giving.
- Established strong relationships with high net-worth donors, resulting in increased funding for key programs and initiatives.
- Collaborated with internal departments to create compelling proposals for prospective donors, securing vital financial support.
- Leveraged CRM tools effectively in managing prospect pipelines and maintaining accurate records of donor interactions.
- Devised innovative approaches in engaging lapsed donors leading to renewed commitments and additional support.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Policy and Clinical Practice -
Dartmouth College
2021
Master of Public Administration -
University of Pennsylvania
2018
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
2007
Skills
- Donor Relations
- Major Gifts Solicitation
- Corporate Sponsorships
- Nonprofit Management
- Grant Writing
- Conflict Resolution
- Health Policy Development
- Community Engagement
- Qualitative Research
- Quantitative Research
- Social Determinants Analysis
Affiliations
Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA)
Volunteer Experience
- Feast for the Homeless, Santa Monica, CA, 11/2021, Current
- Love Your Brain Foundation, Norwich, VT, 03/2021, 06/2021
- Pennsylvania Society of Sons of the Revolution, Philadelphia, PA, 04/2019, 04/2022
- Historic Preservation Fund of the Racquet Club of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, 07/2016, 04/2021
Certification
- Essential Skills for Modern Managers, JPRO - May 2024
- CASE Certification in Higher Education Fundraising - June 2013
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Director of Development
Stephen Wise Temple & Wise Schools
08.2023 - Current
Operations Project Manager
Applied Memetics, LLC (Contract)
08.2021 - 06.2022
Principal Consultant
ADWEKO Consulting, GMBH
01.2019 - 06.2020
Major Gifts Officer
The Heritage Foundation
03.2015 - 03.2018
Assistant Director of Annual Giving
Boston College
10.2013 - 09.2014
Development Consultant
JMS Development Consulting
08.2012 - Current
Assistant Director, Annual Giving
American Israel Public Affairs Committee
01.2011 - 08.2012
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Policy and Clinical Practice -
Dartmouth College
Master of Public Administration -
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
- Essential Skills for Modern Managers, JPRO - May 2024
- CASE Certification in Higher Education Fundraising - June 2013
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