Maximizing Philanthropic Impact: Strategies for Nonprofit Growth

I am an ambitious and outgoing individual who constantly works to grow my skills. As a dedicated leader who has been fortunate to work in several departments within the office, I have been able to learn tips and tricks to easily navigate the best course of action for the best results. I combine process improvement with my operations background to have an efficient and effective work environment with an out-of-the-box approach.

Based in Los Angeles, Jen has a 13-year track record of improving strategic partnerships, fundraising efforts, donor relationships, marketing, and advancing organizations through strategic planning in nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Over the last decade, she has been a consultant with various organizations to build brands, earn awareness, lead cross-functional teams, strengthen boards, generate revenue, build quality programming, and match program initiatives with potential funding sources. She has worked primarily in the workforce development sector, managing donor portfolios that range from $3M to $ 15M and building strategic partnerships. She also works with organizations nationwide, supporting strategic planning efforts that maximize impact and move missions forward. Jen holds a BA in Public Relations and Spanish from North Carolina State University. She has also completed additional professional training in Fundraising and Program Development from esteemed programs nationwide.

Andy is the Founder and CEO of Do Good Points, a digital platform that’s working to bridge the gap between nonprofits and individuals seeking to make a difference in the world. Though he never imagined starting a business in the social impact space, starting Do Good Points felt like answering a calling to give back. An entrepreneur at heart, Andy started his first business at 14 painting address numbers on sidewalk curbs for homeowners across the Bay Area. Within the first two years, the business was operating in three cities, with 21 employees. Since then, he’s led multiple ventures including two separate retail food & beverage businesses, an international eco-manufacturing company, multiple e-commerce lines, and an international business development consultancy. Before starting Do Good Points, he worked at a global market research company, partnering with top blue-chip brands in travel, retail, and digital marketing industries on customer loyalty, affiliate marketing, market research, programmatic marketing, and monetization.

Mackenzie is a Partnership Success Specialist at Double the Donation, the leading provider of matching gift automation software. With a Master of Marketing degree, she understands the importance of nailing messaging and creating cohesive campaigns that resonate with audiences. Through her role, Mackenzie works with fundraising technology companies to help nonprofits and educational institutions leverage the power of corporate matching gifts.