Mary Arconti Gregory
Danbury,CT
Summary
Results driven, highly experienced non-profit leadership professional with extensive background in fundraising, marketing/communications, governance. A C-Suite leader with a successful performance history with development and execution of high-level strategic plans. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent problem-solving and strategic planning proficiencies; ability to synthesis complex concepts to achieve optimal results. Proven track record of developing collaborative relationships to ensure successful program implementation and organizational outcomes, achievement of fund development goals and vast experience of building rapport among diverse constituencies. Skilled in developing communication strategy to increase engagement and revenue.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Development Officer
Girl Scouts of Connecticut
08.2021 - Current
- Serves as executive overseeing philanthropic and marketing/communications functions of large Girl Scout Council, serving 26,000 members resulting in an increase of annual fundraising by 25% and membership lead conversions by 1,000.
- C-Suite leader, I guide dynamic teams of professionals to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising and marketing plans to meet the organization's operational and capital revenue.
- Drive change management efforts to ensure long-term sustainability.
- Boosted planned giving commitments by initiating a legacy society program for long-term supporters.
- Improved grant acquisition rates by researching funding opportunities and crafting compelling proposals.
- Launched online crowdfunding campaigns that resulted in increased engagement from younger donors.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to support corporate sponsorship programs and community involvement initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive donor profiles using CRM software to track interactions, preferences, and giving history for targeted relationship building.
- Increased recurring donations by designing an engaging monthly giving program tailored to supporter interests.
- Analyzed current and potential donor data to identify demographics and trends.
Major Gift Officer
RVNAhealth
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Responsible for the growing engagement and fundraising strategies to diversify and grow revenue with current and prospective donors to support the mission of a growing organization
- Collaborated with Marketing Director to ensure all communications were aligned with the overall strategic plan; appropriately balancing fundraising messaging with programmatic and revenue generating marketing efforts.
- Raised significant funds by cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors and prospective contributors.
Philanthropy Officer (Director of Development)
Ability Beyond
03.2017 - 11.2020
- Responsible for structuring, implementing, and monitoring a highly effective annual fund, major gifts, and planned giving program working closely with C-Suite leaders of large regional organization.
- Led multi-million comprehensive campaign leadership team, participating in development of a feasibility study and a robust research, cultivation, and solicitation plan
- Serving as an operational leader for the department during transitional period securing $2.5 million annual fundraising gifts while developing long-term major gifts program, setting strategic direction while leading day-to-day activities of the development and communications team.
- Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
Executive Director
Danbury Schools and Business Collaborative (DSBAC)
01.2006 - 02.2017
- Developed and executed strategies to increase resources, andmanage personnel, volunteers, and collaborative relationships in addition to financial and operational functions.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization's mission resulting in 800 additional students served.
- Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions.
- Advocated for policy changes at both local and national levels to further support the organization's goals and objectives.
United Way of Northern Fairfield County
08.1998 - 12.2005
Executive Director
American Cancer Society- Danbury Unit
12.1993 - 08.1998
Education
B.S. Business Management & Marketing -
Albertus Magnus College
ConnecticutA.S. Marketing and Management -
Berkeley College
New YorkSkills
- Fundraising (Major Gifts, Corporate, Grants, Events)
- Strategic Planning /Organizational Management
- Program Evaluation/ Budgeting
- Community Relations
- Marketing/Communications
- Donor Engagement
- Volunteer Management &Non Profit Board Governance
- Advocacy
- Project Management
- Capital Campaigns
Professional And Community Associations
- Association of Fundraising Professionals of Fairfield County -Board Member
- Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce; Women's Business Council- Board Member
- Fairfield County's Community Foundation - Youth Philanthropy Mentor
- Connecticut School Finance Project- Advocacy Volunteer
- Danbury Police Activities League- Board Chair (Past)
- Danbury Children First (Parent Leadership Training Institute)
Certification
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
Timeline
Chief Development Officer
Girl Scouts of Connecticut
08.2021 - Current
Major Gift Officer
RVNAhealth
11.2020 - 08.2021
Philanthropy Officer (Director of Development)
Ability Beyond
03.2017 - 11.2020
Executive Director
Danbury Schools and Business Collaborative (DSBAC)
01.2006 - 02.2017
United Way of Northern Fairfield County
08.1998 - 12.2005
Executive Director
American Cancer Society- Danbury Unit
12.1993 - 08.1998
B.S. Business Management & Marketing -
Albertus Magnus College
A.S. Marketing and Management -
Berkeley College
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