Andrew Jackson

Serves as head of development, marketing, and communications for a $5.6M educational nonprofit, leading a cross-functional team and guiding a $15M Growth Campaign.

• Spearheaded a multi-channel fundraising and communications strategy, advancing progress toward a $15M comprehensive campaign goal.
• Managed and coached a high-performing team across development, communications, and marketing, fostering cross-functional collaboration and accountability.
• Oversaw a portfolio of major donors and prospects, cultivating six-figure gifts and enhancing stewardship practices across donor segments.
• Drove content and messaging strategy for key campaigns, annual reports, newsletters, and public events, significantly elevating BTGB's profile with stakeholders and funders.
• Led operational improvements in development systems, including donor database workflows and internal coordination, optimizing departmental efficiency.

Led revenue growth, operations, and external engagement as part of the executive team, expanding donor relationships and increasing regional visibility.

• Increased regional revenue through expanded individual giving and foundation support, contributing to year-over-year growth in core fundraising streams.
• Directed donor strategy and stewardship, cultivating major gifts and corporate sponsorships across multiple markets to diversify funding.
• Supervised a team of fundraising and support staff, promoting collaboration, accountability, and professional development while overseeing operational budgeting and financial planning.
• Strengthened relationships with external stakeholders and media partners, boosting organizational visibility and community trust across the region.

Advised mission-driven nonprofits on fundraising, marketing, and organizational growth, strengthening revenue and long-term sustainability through integrated strategies.

• Developed comprehensive fundraising and marketing plans, aligning messaging with mission and donor priorities to drive engagement and support.
• Led brand refinement efforts, including website updates, campaign design, and digital storytelling, enhancing organizational identity and reach.
• Advised on social media planning and audience engagement strategies, boosting visibility and donor conversion rates.
• Created high-impact content for digital campaigns, increasing visibility and engagement across target audiences and donor segments.

Oversaw East Coast development strategy and operations, co-managed a $7M+ budget, and expanded individual, corporate, and foundation support.

• Led regional fundraising efforts, driving significant increases in individual and institutional giving to support youth service programs and global school construction.
• Cultivated and managed relationships with regional board members, corporate partners, and key donors, resulting in expanded sponsorships and multi-year commitments.
• Collaborated with program staff to align fundraising goals with impact narratives and service outcomes, enhancing strategic coherence.
• Co-directed development planning across East Coast cities, establishing tailored strategies for local markets and donor segments.
• Supported cross-site events and campaigns, including gala fundraisers and donor immersion trips, enhancing community engagement and donor relations.

Led national major giving initiatives and launched Playworks' first major donor society, cultivating high-level individual investors nationwide.

• Designed and launched a national major gifts program, creating infrastructure and strategy to support long-term donor engagement and cultivation.
• Partnered with regional leaders to identify, solicit, and steward major donors, resulting in increased high-level giving across multiple markets.
• Created donor collateral and messaging tailored to regional and national audiences, enhancing communication effectiveness and appeal.
• Facilitated training and support for local teams in donor outreach and relationship management, improving fundraising capabilities and consistency.
• Improved tracking and reporting processes for donor activity and revenue forecasting, enhancing strategic decision-making and pipeline management.

Directed regional fundraising strategy, managed staff across multiple revenue channels, and drove a 325% increase in regional revenue during tenure.

• Oversaw major gift cultivation, corporate sponsorships, and foundation giving, significantly increasing donor retention and revenue.
• Managed and coached a team responsible for peer-to-peer fundraising, individual giving, and corporate engagement.
• Built strong relationships with key stakeholders and board members, strengthening regional presence and donor pipeline.
• Drove a 325% increase in regional revenue during tenure, significantly exceeding fundraising targets and expanding organizational impact.

Supported individuals and families in securing federal benefits, collaborating with agencies to ensure accurate and timely service delivery.

• Delivered frontline client service, guiding individuals through complex eligibility processes to ensure access to critical benefits.
• Coordinated with internal departments and external partners to ensure accurate and timely case resolutions, enhancing service efficiency.
• Led early community outreach initiatives, increasing public awareness of Social Security services and fostering community engagement.
• Recognized for contributions to process improvement and public engagement strategies, demonstrating commitment to operational excellence.