Lisa K. Weisman
Pewaukee,WI
Summary
Non-Profit Leader and Senior Fundraising Strategist with over 30 years experience in the non-profit sector. Talented at hiring, coaching, and guiding high-performance fundraising teams. Consistent record of meeting and exceeding goals as well as creating strong community partnerships. Specialties include mission alignment, collaboration amongst peers and non-transactional donor relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Regional Chief Development Officer
American Red Cross
03.2020 - Current
- Lead team of 7 to strengthen fundraising efforts by developing and executing comprehensive annual development plans.
- Secured major gifts for organizational growth through effective identification, cultivation, and solicitation of high-net-worth individuals.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish strategic priorities and align fundraising initiatives accordingly.
- Optimized development team performance through ongoing coaching, professional development, and goal setting.
- Strengthened fundraising efforts by developing and executing comprehensive annual development plans.
Director of Mission Advancement
Concordia University Wisconsin
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Oversaw development efforts for the Schools of Health Professions, Nursing and Pharmacy in addition to supporting additional programs and efforts for the University.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the University's overall growth strategy and market reach.
Senior Director of Development
United Performing Arts Fund
01.2014 - 06.2017
- Identified, cultivated and solicited gifts from prospects focusing on workplace giving, individuals, corporations, corporate foundations and organizations. Increased revenue by 3% the first year.
- Led volunteer cabinet to increase funds raised through businesses and individuals related to the financial services industry.
- Led effort behind strategic development and implementation of Waukesha County initiative including enhancing existing relationships and acquiring new corporate, individual and workplace giving donors. Reach increased by 9%.
Director of Campaign and Corporate Development
Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, Wisconsin Chapter
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Analyzed existing corporate relationships, and processes for identify new prospects and created comprehensive strategy.
- Collaborated with corporations and community leaders to increase sponsorship support by 130%.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Campaign Director
Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Wisconsin Chapter
02.2012 - 07.2013
- Led two of LLS's largest campaigns: the Light the Night Walk (in four different communities) and the Man/Woman of the Year Campaign (in two markets).
- Managed campaign budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Recruited and trained volunteers, resulting in a dedicated and effective team of supporters.
- Implemented marketing and development strategies which resulted in two year revenue growth fo r Light the Night 19% and 17% respectively.
- Developed volunteer recruitment strategies which resulted in an increase in the Man/Woman of the Year Campaign of 43% over the previous year.
Education
MBA - Nonprofit Management
Concordia University Wisconsin
Mequon, WI05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI 05.1989
Skills
- Fundraising Expertise
- Partnership Development
- Donor Relations
- Major Gifts Cultivation
- Board Development
- Strategic Planning
- Team Building and Mentoring
- Volunteer Development
- Inspirational Leadership
Certification
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
Timeline
Regional Chief Development Officer
American Red Cross
03.2020 - Current
Director of Mission Advancement
Concordia University Wisconsin
07.2017 - 03.2020
Senior Director of Development
United Performing Arts Fund
01.2014 - 06.2017
Director of Campaign and Corporate Development
Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, Wisconsin Chapter
07.2013 - 12.2013
Campaign Director
Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Wisconsin Chapter
02.2012 - 07.2013
MBA - Nonprofit Management
Concordia University Wisconsin
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin