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# The CDO Network

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## Pages

- [Home](https://thecdo.network/) - The role of Chief Development Officer is stimulating, challenging, and sometimes stressful… It need not also be lonely.
- [Member Recognition](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/) - Please login to the CDO Network to view this content! Visit the Login page here. Not a member yet? Request membership access here. Having trouble? Email us at info@thecdo.network Login
- [Resources](https://thecdo.network/resources/) - These resources have been recommended by The CDO Network's members.
- [Resources Support Test](https://thecdo.network/resources-support-test/) - Resources These resources have been recommended by The CDO Network’s members. Resource Library Articles & Books CDO Hiring Guides Consultants Event Recordings & Notes Professional Associations Recommended Events Reports All Event Recordings & Notes, External Link Posted: June 12, 2026 Participation Link: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout If you're interested in participating in Dr. Amanda Sattler's research
- [Frequently Asked Questions PUBLIC VIEW](https://thecdo.network/frequently-asked-questions-1/) - Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible to join The CDO Network? The CDO Network is designed to provide community throughout the year for everyone who serves an organization as the senior fundraising officer who reports to that organization’s chief executive officer/president and/or board. Members typically have the title of Chief Development Officer, Chief Advancement Officer,
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- [Terms of Use](https://thecdo.network/terms-of-use/) - CDO NETWORK TERMS OF USE Effective Date: June 30, 2025 These Terms of Use (these “Terms”) apply to all contents and information available within our CDO Network Platform, available at www.thecdo.network (collectively, the “Platform”). These Terms are a binding legal agreement between each user of the Platform (“you”) and Aspen Leadership Group, a ZRG Company
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- [Events](https://thecdo.network/events/) - Events Want us to cover a specific topic or host your own event? Email us at info@thecdo.network Upcoming Events 08/26/2026 12:00 pm 12:30 pm Orientation Session Online event Large Group Forum, Public 09/02/2026 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Trends in Arts & Culture with Anne Johnson & Christopher Wingert Online Event Large Group Forum, Large Group
- [Request to Join](https://thecdo.network/request-to-join/) - Join the CDO Network Please use the form below to submit your request. We look forward to having you as a new member! Membership Request First Name * Your first name Last Name * Your last name Email Address * Title * Your current or most recent title Employer * Your current or most recent
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## Memberships

- [CDO Member](https://thecdo.network/register/cdo-member/)

## Events

- [Trends in Arts & Culture with Anne Johnson & Christopher Wingert](https://thecdo.network/event/trends-in-arts-culture-with-anne-johnson-christopher-wingert/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Trends in Higher Education with Don Hasseltine & Ian McCray](https://thecdo.network/event/trends-in-higher-education-with-don-hasseltine-ian-mccray/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Trends in Healthcare with Steven Wallace & Rebecca DuFault](https://thecdo.network/event/trends-in-healthcare-with-steven-wallace-rebecca-dufault/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Building Strong C-Suite Relationships with Wisla Heneghan](https://thecdo.network/event/building-strong-c-suite-relationships-with-wisla-heneghan/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Fall 2026 Presentation: The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/fall-2026-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/) - The CDO Network will be joined by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University for its quarterly forum. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, and Director, The Fund Raising School Bill Stanczykiewicz, and share thoughts based on your own experiences.
- [Winter 2026 Presentation: The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/winter-2026-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/) - The CDO Network will be joined by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University for its quarterly forum. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, and Director, The Fund Raising School Bill Stanczykiewicz, and share thoughts based on your own experiences.
- [A Conversation with West Coast & Mountain West CDOs](https://thecdo.network/event/a-conversation-with-west-coast-mountain-west-cdos/) - The CDO Network is hosting its own virtual version of Aspen Leadership Group’s renowned philanthropy roundtable breakfast, "Eggs Benefit". Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and join us for a morning conversation with advancement executives, nonprofit leaders, and colleagues from all over the West Coast & Mountain West!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-42/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-41/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-40/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-39/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-38/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-37/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-36/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-35/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-34/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Fundraiser Burnout: The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/spring-2026-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/) - The CDO Network will be joined by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University for its quarterly forum. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, and Director, The Fund Raising School Bill Stanczykiewicz, and share thoughts based on your own experiences.
- [What Do You See? with Lynette Marshall](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-lynette-marshall/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [What Do You See? with Tom Neises](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-tom-neises/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [What Do You See? with Love Collins III](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-love-collins-iii/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-31/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-30/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-29/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-28/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-27/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-26/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-22/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [The Impact of Donor Advised Funds: The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/winter-2025-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/) - The CDO Network will be joined by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University for its quarterly forum. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, and Director, The Fund Raising School Bill Stanczykiewicz, and share thoughts based on your own experiences.
- [What Do You See? with Matthew Lambert](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-matthew-lambert/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [A Conversation with West Coast CDOs](https://thecdo.network/event/a-conversation-with-west-coast-cdos-nov-2025/) - The CDO Network is hosting its own virtual version of Aspen Leadership Group’s renowned philanthropy roundtable breakfast, "Eggs Benefit West Coast". Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and join us for a morning conversation with advancement executives, nonprofit leaders, and colleagues from all over the West Coast!
- [A Conversation with Mountain West CDOs](https://thecdo.network/event/a-conversation-with-mountain-west-cdos/) - The CDO Network is hosting its own virtual version of Aspen Leadership Group’s renowned philanthropy roundtable breakfast, "Eggs Benefit Mountain West". Moderated by ALG Managing Director and Senior Consultant, Tom Herbert, this discussion will focus on the unique challenges and opportunities fundraising professionals are facing. Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and join us for a morning conversation with advancement executives from all over the Mountain West!
- [Working with High Net Worth Donors - Presented by The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/fall-2025-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/) - The CDO Network will be joined by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University for its quarterly forum. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, and Director, The Fund Raising School Bill Stanczykiewicz, and share thoughts based on your own experiences.
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-21/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-20/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-19/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-18/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-17/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-16/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [A Conversation with West Coast CDOs](https://thecdo.network/event/eggs-benefit-west-coast-cohort/) - The CDO Network is hosting its own virtual version of Aspen Leadership Group’s renowned philanthropy roundtable breakfast, "Eggs Benefit West Coast". Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and join us for a morning conversation with advancement executives, nonprofit leaders, and colleagues from all over the West Coast!
- [What Do You See? with Karl Miller-Lugo](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-karl-miller-lugo/) - Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [What Do You See? with Susan Madden](https://thecdo.network/event/what-do-you-see-with-susan-madden/) - The CDO Network is learning about the trends that leaders in our field are seeing every day. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their current observations & how you can learn from them too.
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-15/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-8/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-9/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-10/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-2/)
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-3/)
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-4/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-5/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-6/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-7/)
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-12/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-13/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Orientation Session](https://thecdo.network/event/orientation-session-14/) - New to The CDO Network or want the inside scoop on how to make the best use of the platform? Join Felicia Elder, Orientation Leader, for a tour of the site and Q&A session. Orientation sessions are offered every two weeks, so join the one that works best for your schedule!
- [Biggest Lessons Learned: Jill Elder](https://thecdo.network/event/biggest-lessons-learned-jill-elder/) - The CDO Network is reflecting on the biggest lessons learned by leaders in our field. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their observations on what their experiences have taught them & how you can learn from them too. Take just 30 minutes and join us for a conversation with Jill
- [Summer 2025 Presentation: The Lilly School & The CDO Network](https://thecdo.network/event/summer-2025-presentation-the-lilly-school-the-cdo-network/)
- [Biggest Lessons Learned: Tamara Rogers](https://thecdo.network/event/biggest-lessons-learned-tamara-rogers/) - The CDO Network is reflecting on the biggest lessons learned by leaders in our field. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their observations on what their experiences have taught them & how you can learn from them too. Take just 30 minutes and join us for a conversation with Tamara
- [Working with Your Organization's Top Donors](https://thecdo.network/event/working-with-your-organizations-top-donors/) - Join us for a panel discussion on Working with Your Organization's Top Donors, moderated by Founding Advisor Ron Schiller, to discuss the importance of building philanthropic partnerships with top donors. You and your colleagues will have the opportunity to hear from experts and ask questions based on your own experiences. Ron will be joined by: Chris Street, President and CEO, All Stars
- [Creating Big Ideas with Big Donors (Presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy)](https://thecdo.network/event/creating-big-ideas-with-big-donors-presented-by-the-lilly-family-school-of-philanthropy/) - Join us for an online forum exclusive to members of The CDO Network, presented by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. This month, Dr. Stanczykiewicz will be presenting on how big donors love big ideas and how fundraisers can co-create those big ideas with their donors. You and your colleagues will have the
- [Biggest Lessons Learned: Bob Groves](https://thecdo.network/event/biggest-lessons-learned-bob-groves/) - The CDO Network is reflecting on the biggest lessons learned by leaders in our field. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their observations on what their experiences have taught them & how you can learn from them too. Take just 30 minutes and join us for a conversation with Bob Groves, most recently
- [Take a Moment for Megatrends: Angelique Grant](https://thecdo.network/event/take-a-moment-for-megatrends-angelique-grant/) - The CDO Network is taking a moment for megatrends. Join us for a series of live interviews with top professionals who will share their observations on trends affecting all fundraising operations. Take just 30 minutes and join us for a conversation with Angelique Grant on topics like the use of AI, campaign execution, and today's political environment. Angelique is the

## Founders

- [Julie Hooper](https://thecdo.network/founder/julie-hooper/)
- [Julie Lucas](https://thecdo.network/founder/julie-lucas/)
- [Dino Hernandez](https://thecdo.network/founder/dino-hernandez/)
- [Crate Herbert](https://thecdo.network/founder/crate-herbert/)
- [Cynthia Gorman](https://thecdo.network/founder/cynthia-gorman/)
- [Marie Foster-Bruns](https://thecdo.network/founder/marie-foster-bruns/)
- [Jay Davenport](https://thecdo.network/founder/jay-davenport/)
- [Love Collins III](https://thecdo.network/founder/love-collins-iii/)
- [Laura Rose](https://thecdo.network/founder/laura-rose/)
- [Maureen O'Brien](https://thecdo.network/founder/maureen-obrien/)
- [Beth Crigler](https://thecdo.network/founder/beth-crigler/)
- [Helen Brown](https://thecdo.network/founder/helen-brown/) - Helen is President and CEO of The Helen Brown Group LLC, a fundraising research consulting firm founded in 2005 and based in Watertown, MA. In 2021 she founded DAFinitive®, an online search tool for information on donor advised funds. Helen is co-author of the book, Prospect Research for Fundraisers; the essential handbook (Wiley). She is
- [Lisa Cardoza](https://thecdo.network/founder/lisa-cardoza/) - Lisa Cardoza proudly serves as the President of American River College in the Los Rios Community College District. She previously served as Vice President for University Advancement at California State University, Sacramento and Executive Officer for The University Foundation at Sacramento State, overseeing Alumni Relations, Annual Giving and Communications, University Development, Principal Gifts and Campaign,
- [Ted Garrard](https://thecdo.network/founder/ted-garrard/) - Ted Garrard, C.M., is the former CEO of SickKids Foundation, a position he held from 2009-2023.The Foundation supports one of the world’s leading centres for pediatric care, research and learning – the Hospital for Sick Children. Under Ted’s leadership, the Foundation increased annual revenues from $80 million to more than $213 million per annum, saw
- [Angelique Grant](https://thecdo.network/founder/angelique-grant/) - Angelique S.C. Grant, Ph.D., is a Senior Consultant and Principal at The Inclusion Firm. Shehas more than 28 years of experience in the nonprofit sector partnering with organizations, ranging from education, arts and culture, philanthropic foundations, healthcare, social and community services, and government agencies. She is considered a thought leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion
- [Peter Hayashida](https://thecdo.network/founder/peter-hayashida/) - Peter Hayashida is a nonprofit consultant and executive coach. He served for more than 12 years as president of the UC Riverside Foundation and vice chancellor for advancement at the University of California, Riverside, where he led UCR’s first comprehensive fundraising campaign that surpassed its $300 million goal. Peter previously worked for 19 years at
- [Connie Kravas](https://thecdo.network/founder/connie-kravas/) - Until her retirement on July 1, 2019, Connie Kravas had been the University of Washington’s Senior Vice President for University Advancement since 2001. As chief advancement officer for the University, Connie was a strong proponent of an integrated model which brought together fundraising, alumni relations and marketing at both central and decentral levels. In the
- [Amir Pasic](https://thecdo.network/founder/amir-pasic/) - Amir Pasic is the Eugene R. Tempel Dean of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, the world’s first school devoted to research and teaching about philanthropy. Prior to joining the school, Pasic was vice president of international operations at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), a global professional association serving
- [Elizabeth Reilly](https://thecdo.network/founder/elizabeth-reilly/) - Liz recently became a Partner at More Partnership, a fundraising consulting firm rooted in the U.K. with clients globally. Originally from New York, she has 20 years of fundraising experience, most recently nine years in Scotland as Director of Major Gifts and then Director of Philanthropy and Donor Relations at the University of Edinburgh. In
- [Ron Schiller](https://thecdo.network/founder/ron-schiller/) - Ron Schiller is a nationally recognized advisor to presidents, chief advancement officers, board members, and other leaders and emerging leaders in the nonprofit sector. Since 2011, he has focused his attention on executive search, strategic consulting, writing, and speaking about philanthropy, drawing on his experience as a fundraising leader, executive team member, board member, and
- [Douglas Stewart](https://thecdo.network/founder/douglas-stewart/) - Douglas G. Stewart is President and Chief Executive Officer of Marts&Lundy. As a consultant, he provides strategic and management advice with a special focus on large and complex institutions, especially research universities and academic health sciences centers. His work includes development program assessments, ongoing counsel for campaign planning and execution, and consulting on structure and
- [Richard Tollefson](https://thecdo.network/founder/richard-tollefson/) - The Phoenix Philanthropy Group partners with organizations and individuals to build the strategies and resources to optimize their impact on our global society. We have served over 200 clients in education, human and community services, arts and culture, healthcare, social justice, and the environment in the Southwest and around the world. Richard Tollefson established Phoenix
- [Sue Washburn](https://thecdo.network/founder/sue-washburn/) - Sue Washburn has more than 45 years of experience in educational advancement in both public and private higher education. Recognized as a leader in the profession, Sue is known as a strategic thinker, an expert in donor motivation, and an outstanding teacher and speaker. She has used her breadth of experience in governance, development, alumni
- [Debra LaMorte](https://thecdo.network/founder/debra-lamorte/) - Debra LaMorte served as Senior Vice President for University Development and Alumni Relations at New York University from 2001 to 2016. Ms. LaMorte began her career at NYU in 1990 when she joined NYU School of Law where she ultimately served as Associate Dean for External Affairs. LaMorte had an illustrious 30-year career at NYU
- [Scott Nichols](https://thecdo.network/founder/scott-nichols/) - Scott Nichols formally retired from Boston University as of October 1, 2019 as Senior Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations overseeing a staff of 230. He was responsible for all areas of advancement and led the University’s first campaign, which had an original goal of $1 billion. The Campaign concluded in September 2019 and
- [Onyeka Obasi](https://thecdo.network/founder/onyeka-obasi/) - Onyeka Obasi is a business development strategist with over twenty years in consulting, nonprofit management, marketing, corporate philanthropy, fundraising, entrepreneurial finance, and infrastructure finance. She has held C-level positions in both the nonprofit and private sectors, with advanced expertise in marketing & brand strategy, and go-to-market strategy. In 2009, Onyeka received the prestigious Distinguished Alumni
- [Donna Palmer](https://thecdo.network/founder/donna-palmer/) - Donna Palmer is Executive Director of the Gary Sinise Foundation. Donna is a visionary leader with broad strategic and tactical experience in nonprofit leadership and development. Prior to joining the Foundation, she helped grow and guide a number of leading nonprofits, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The American Diabetes Association, and Compassion International. She
- [Sue Paresky](https://thecdo.network/founder/sue-paresky/) - Sue Paresky is a nationally-known senior leader with over 35 years’ experience in non-profit management. She is currently consulting on philanthropic strategy development and best-in-class fundraising design. Most recently, Sue held the position of SVP and Chief Philanthropy Officer for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Funds raised under Sue’s leadership increased from $30
- [Tamara Rogers](https://thecdo.network/founder/tamara-rogers/) - Tamara Rogers brings a wealth of experience to The CDO Network. Prior to joining Aspen Leadership Group as an Associate in 2019, she served as Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development at Harvard University from 2007-2018. Before her appointment as Vice President, she served as the Associate Dean for Advancement and Planning at the
- [David Unruh](https://thecdo.network/founder/david-unruh/)
- [Valentina Rosa](https://thecdo.network/founder/valentina-rosa/)
- [Marcela Hahn](https://thecdo.network/founder/marcela-hahn/)
- [Heidi Hansen McCrory](https://thecdo.network/founder/heidi-hansen-mccrory/)
- [Michael Braxton](https://thecdo.network/founder/michael-braxton/)
- [Dana Cummings](https://thecdo.network/founder/dana-cummings/)
- [Kimberley Valentine](https://thecdo.network/founder/kimberley-valentine/)
- [Jama Toung](https://thecdo.network/founder/jama-toung/)
- [Troy Robinson](https://thecdo.network/founder/troy-robinson/)
- [Jethro Miller](https://thecdo.network/founder/jethro-miller/)
- [Rickey McCurry](https://thecdo.network/founder/rickey-mccurry/)
- [Marika Jones](https://thecdo.network/founder/marika-jones/)
- [Nancy Giles](https://thecdo.network/founder/nancy-giles/)
- [Kris Davitt](https://thecdo.network/founder/kris-davitt/)
- [Crystal Daugherty](https://thecdo.network/founder/crystal-daugherty/)
- [Wendy Connors](https://thecdo.network/founder/wendy-connors/)
- [Jill Clark](https://thecdo.network/founder/jill-clark/)
- [Gabe Cagwin](https://thecdo.network/founder/gabe-cagwin/)
- [Mitch Bassion](https://thecdo.network/founder/mitch-bassion/)
- [Floyd Akins](https://thecdo.network/founder/floyd-akins/)
- [Martin Shell](https://thecdo.network/founder/martin-shell/) - Martin W. Shell is the first Vice President and Chief External Relations Officer at Stanford University. He leads the offices of Government Affairs, University Communications, Office of Development, Community Engagement and interim oversight of the Senior Associate Vice President for the arts. He aligns the work of Stanford’s externally facing teams to design, implement and
- [Raymond Happy](https://thecdo.network/founder/raymond-happy/) - Raymond Happy is a Partner at CCS. He has planned, directed, and supervised fundraising campaigns throughout the United States and provided strategic advice to leading organizations around the globe. Ray has worked for CCS for 32 years. He has conducted numerous feasibility and planning studies, building programs, endowment campaigns, and annual appeals. He has helped
- [Benjamin Glahn](https://thecdo.network/founder/benjamin-glahn/) - Benjamin Glahn is deputy CEO and managing director, programs at Salzburg Global Seminar, based in Salzburg, Austria, where he oversees operations, programs, and development. From 2009-2013, Ben served as senior program officer for the Aga Khan Foundation based in London, where he was responsible for business development, program development, and resource mobilization for the Aga
- [Armando Zumaya](https://thecdo.network/founder/armando-zumaya/) - Armando Zumaya has been in fundraising for 38 years in a variety of roles that have given him a unique perspective on all aspects of development offices, fundraising culture and Latinx in the US nonprofit world. He founded Somos El Poder because of his experiences of his long career in development, his success in teaching fundraising and a deep pride
- [Shelley Semmler](https://thecdo.network/founder/shelley-semmler/) - Shelley Semmler is a Campaign Advisor for Capital Campaign Pro. She is also a Senior Consultant for the Aspen Leadership Group, a ZRG company, an Executive Search Firm focusing on careers in Philanthropy. Shelley has 35 years of experience in the field of Advancement, including five years consulting with a wide range of nonprofit institutions
- [Robbee Kosak](https://thecdo.network/founder/robbee-kosak/) - Robbee Kosak is the fifth president of the Fannie and John Hertz Foundation, a nonprofit organization that identifies, funds and supports the careers of our nation’s most promising science and technology leaders. The first woman and non-scientist chosen to lead this prestigious organization, Kosak has overseen unprecedented growth and transformation—from fundraising and programming to volunteer
- [Bob Groves](https://thecdo.network/founder/bob-groves/) - His career has been focused on building winning teams in large public universities. Bob Groves recently retired from the University of Texas at Austin where he served for five years as the Senior Associate Vice President for Development and help to plan and launch the $6 Billion dollar, “What Starts Here” campaign. He previously served as
- [Susan Feagin](https://thecdo.network/founder/susan-feagin/) - Susan K. Feagin is President of John Brown Limited, Inc., a boutique fundraising firm that specializes in campaign planning and strategy; major, principal, and planned gifts; board development; and fundraiser staff training. She brings over ten years of consulting experience for a range of schools and non-profits, as well as decades of fundraising and campaign
- [Danita DeHaney](https://thecdo.network/founder/danita-dehaney/) - Danita DeHaney joined the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties as president and CEO in March of 2021. The Community Foundation serves as a civic leader and grantmaker using local knowledge and expertise to improve the lives of all residents. Founded in 1972, the Foundation has assets of over $244 million and has
- [Tim Child](https://thecdo.network/founder/tim-child/) - Tim Child is a seasoned advancement executive who provides counsel in executive search and consulting to the clients of Aspen Leadership Group, a ZRG company. He has managed a diverse portfolio of executive searches and has placed and coached advancement leaders at prominent organizations in higher education, arts and cultural institutions, national nonprofits, foundations and
- [Marc Barnes](https://thecdo.network/founder/marc-barnes/) - Marc Barnes serves as senior vice president, principal gifts and strategic impact investment fundraising at UNCF where he works directly with the president and CEO to strengthen financial support for strategic impact initiatives. In this capacity, he is responsible for the president’s strategic fundraising activities and leading a team to identify opportunities to broaden UNCF’s
- [Jenny Zak](https://thecdo.network/founder/jenny-zak/)
- [Kristina Ver Foley](https://thecdo.network/founder/kristina-ver-foley/)
- [Holly Upper](https://thecdo.network/founder/holly-upper/)
- [Kirk Swenson](https://thecdo.network/founder/kirk-swenson/)
- [Stuart Sullivan](https://thecdo.network/founder/stuart-sullivan/)
- [Jay Stroman](https://thecdo.network/founder/jay-stroman/)
- [Todd Sloan](https://thecdo.network/founder/todd-sloan/)
- [Scott Showalter](https://thecdo.network/founder/scott-showalter/)
- [Cheryl Russell](https://thecdo.network/founder/cheryl-russell/)
- [Brian Reddington](https://thecdo.network/founder/brian-reddington/)
- [Ben Plummer-Powell](https://thecdo.network/founder/ben-plummer-powell/)
- [Chris O'Connor](https://thecdo.network/founder/chris-oconnor/)
- [Amy Noah](https://thecdo.network/founder/amy-noah/)
- [Jonah Nigh](https://thecdo.network/founder/jonah-nigh/)
- [Tom Neises](https://thecdo.network/founder/tom-neises/)
- [Scott Mory](https://thecdo.network/founder/scott-mory/)
- [Karl Miller Lugo](https://thecdo.network/founder/karl-miller-lugo/)
- [Tim McMahon](https://thecdo.network/founder/tim-mcmahon/)
- [Esther McGowan](https://thecdo.network/founder/esther-mcgowan/)
- [Ann McElwain](https://thecdo.network/founder/ann-mcelwain/)
- [Susan Madden](https://thecdo.network/founder/susan-madden/)
- [Kirsty MacDonald](https://thecdo.network/founder/kirsty-macdonald/)
- [Jaye Lopez Van Soest](https://thecdo.network/founder/jaye-lopez-van-soest/)
- [Peter Landgren](https://thecdo.network/founder/peter-landgren/)
- [Matthew Lambert](https://thecdo.network/founder/matthew-lambert/)
- [Elizabeth LaBorde](https://thecdo.network/founder/elizabeth-laborde/)
- [Karin Klim](https://thecdo.network/founder/karin-klim/)
- [Kelly Kerner](https://thecdo.network/founder/kelly-kerner/)
- [Trish Jackson](https://thecdo.network/founder/trish-jackson/)
- [Sarah Hollis](https://thecdo.network/founder/sarah-hollis/)
- [Brian Hervey](https://thecdo.network/founder/brian-hervey/)
- [Earl Granger, III](https://thecdo.network/founder/earl-granger-iii/)
- [Sarah Graham](https://thecdo.network/founder/sarah-graham/)
- [Rodney Grabowski](https://thecdo.network/founder/rodney-grabowski/)
- [Shelley Goode](https://thecdo.network/founder/shelley-goode/)
- [Adam Gerdts](https://thecdo.network/founder/adam-gerdts/)
- [Eric Gentry](https://thecdo.network/founder/eric-gentry/)
- [Dan Frezza](https://thecdo.network/founder/dan-frezza/)
- [J. Thomas Forbes](https://thecdo.network/founder/j-thomas-forbes/)
- [Jill Elder](https://thecdo.network/founder/jill-elder/)
- [John Donohue](https://thecdo.network/founder/john-donohue/)
- [Noelle DeLage](https://thecdo.network/founder/noelle-delage/)
- [Jen Darling](https://thecdo.network/founder/jen-darling/)
- [Edward Chiu](https://thecdo.network/founder/edward-chiu/)
- [Catherine Callagy](https://thecdo.network/founder/catherine-callagy/)
- [Rachelle Bussell](https://thecdo.network/founder/rachelle-bussell/)
- [Kevin Braswell](https://thecdo.network/founder/kevin-braswell/)
- [Matthew Bird](https://thecdo.network/founder/matthew-bird/)
- [Darrell Bell, Jr.](https://thecdo.network/founder/darrell-bell-jr/)
- [Karen Alexander](https://thecdo.network/founder/karen-alexander/)
- [Ivan Adames](https://thecdo.network/founder/ivan-adames/)

## Member Recognitions

- [Victoria Calderone](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/victoria-calderone/) - Victoria Calderone has been named as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra’s new Director of Development! In this role, she will lead all fundraising efforts for the organization, including annual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, and endowment building, helping to advance the ISO’s mission and long-term financial sustainability. She shared, “I am honored to join the
- [Tim Dougherty](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/tim-dougherty/) - Tim Dougherty has been named as Brevard Music Center’s new Chief Advancement Officer! Aligning development and marketing, Tim will lead the newly created Advancement Department and will have a key role in the organization’s senior leadership. “I’m thrilled to join the Brevard Music Center and so enjoyed being a part of this year’s summer season.
- [Matthew Lambert](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/matthew-lambert/) - Matthew Lambert, Senior Vice President for University Advancement at William & Mary, has been elected Chair-Elect of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Board of Trustees. The CASE Board of Trustees is the primary governing body for the association. It sets policy, establishes and monitors the annual budget, oversees CASE assets and
- [Sara Lipsky](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/sara-lipsky/) - Sara Lipsky has been named as the Vice President, Philanthropy at Services for the UnderServed. Melinda is a mission-driven philanthropy executive with over 25 years of experience leading strategic fundraising initiatives, cultivating principal and major gifts, and building high-impact donor relationships across healthcare and nonprofit sectors. Services for the UnderServed (S:US) envisions a city where everyone
- [Melinda Phillips](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/melinda-phillips/) - Melinda Phillips has been named as the Chief Philanthropy Officer at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Melinda has 20+ years of leadership in fundraising, donor engagement, and development operations, and she is an expert in major gifts strategy, board engagement, and aligning philanthropy with mission-driven goals. Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee is dedicated
- [Karl Miller-Lugo](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/karl-miller-lugo/) - Karl Miller-Lugo, Senior Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement at The University of Texas at San Antonio, has been selected to serve on the Development Leadership Committee (DLC) for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). The DLC is a national advisory group composed of senior leaders in academic medicine philanthropy. Established in 1999,
- [Michelle Bair](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/michelle-bair/) - Michelle Bair has been named as USA Diving Foundation’s inaugural Executive Director. The U.S. Diving Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting USA Diving, including the development of junior and elite athletes for national and international competition. “I'm truly honored to join the U.S. Diving Foundation at this pivotal moment as we work
- [Noelle DeLage](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/noelle-delage/) - Noelle DeLage has been named as the President and CEO for Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities! She will assume the role July 1, 2026. “The arts and humanities have profoundly shaped me, and I am honored to assume the leadership of the Arvada Center as it marks its 50th anniversary,” said DeLage. “I
- [MK Young](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/mk-young/) - MK Young has been named as the Chief Advancement Officer for St. Mark's School! With over 20 years of experience in securing philanthropic investments for prestigious academic, cultural, and healthcare institutions, she brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to her new role. St. Mark’s is an independent, co-educational boarding
- [Dino Hernandez](https://thecdo.network/member-recognition/dino-hernandez-2/) - Dino Hernandez has been named as the Senior Vice President of Advancement for Cleary University! In this newly created position, Hernandez is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive institutional advancement programs, as well as increasing constituent involvement and fundraising outcomes. “Cleary University is entering an exciting and important period in its history,” Hernandez shared. “I

## Resources

- [Participation Link: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout](https://thecdo.network/resource/participation-link-addressing-fundraiser-burnout/) - If you're interested in participating in Dr. Amanda Sattler's research on fundraiser burnout, based on The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted May 12, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, you can do so here.
- [Gift Planning Program Assessment](https://thecdo.network/resource/gift-planning-program-assessment/) - $84 trillion will pass from the estates of Baby Boomers over the next 20 years. Census data shows that 20% of Boomers are childless. Are you positioned to be one of the top beneficiaries of your Boomer prospects’ estates? Philanthropy Advisory Counsel's assessment will prepare your program to confidently pursue these gifts. Productive gift planning programs are a collaborative effort. They can help you break silos and prepare your entire team to talk with donors about their largest gifts.
- [Presentation: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout](https://thecdo.network/resource/presentation-addressing-fundraiser-burnout/) - Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted May 12, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
- [Recording: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout with The Lilly School](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-addressing-fundraiser-burnout-with-the-lilly-school/) - A recording of the "Addressing Fundraiser Burnout" presentation from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, presented on May 12, 2026.
- [Recording: What Do You See? with Matthew Lambert](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-matthew-lambert/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Matthew Lambert, Senior Vice President of University Advancement at William & Mary, on February 19, 2026.
- [Recording: What Do You See? with Love Collins III](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-love-collins-iii/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Love Collins III, former Chief Development Officer for the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health, on March 19, 2026.
- [Recording: What Do You See? with Tom Neises](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-tom-neises/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Tom Neises, Chief Development Officer for The Nature Conservancy, on April 16, 2026.
- [Recording: The Impact of Donor Advised Funds](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-the-impact-of-donor-advised-funds/) - A recording of the "Impact of Donor Advised Funds" conversation presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on January 15, 2026.
- [Presentation: The Impact of Donor Advised Funds](https://thecdo.network/resource/presentation-the-impact-of-donor-advised-funds/) - Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted January 15, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
- [2025 Fundraising Investment Report](https://thecdo.network/resource/2025-fundraising-investment-report/) - In an era of rising expectations and constrained budgets, advancement leaders need clear benchmarks and proven strategies to optimize fundraising investment. Drawing on survey responses and performance data from Marts&Lundy’s benchmarks database, the Fundraising Investment Study 2025 provides a comprehensive view of budgeting practices, investment justification strategies, and fundraising efficiency across sectors. It offers insights you need to strengthen your case for investment and optimize resource allocation for sustained philanthropic growth.
- [2025 Annual DAF Report](https://thecdo.network/resource/2025-annual-daf-report/) - This report draws on Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 990, Schedule D data for fiscal year (FY) 2024 to provide aggregate data on the number of DAF accounts, contributions to DAFs, grants from DAFs, DAF assets, payout rate, and average account size.
- [Recording: "What Do You See?" with Lynette Marshall](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-lynette-marshall/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Lynette Marshall, President and Chief Executive Officer of the University of Iowa Center for Advancement , on December 11, 2025.
- [Recording: "What Do You See?" with Susan Madden](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-susan-madden/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Susan Madden, Vice President for Philanthropy at Manhattan School of Music, on November 6, 2025.
- [Presentation: Partnering with High Net Worth Donors](https://thecdo.network/resource/presentation-partnering-with-high-net-worth-donors/) - Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted October 15, 2025 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
- [Recording: Partnering with High Net Worth Donors](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-partnering-with-high-net-worth-donors/) - A recording of the "Partnering with High Net Worth Donors" conversation presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on October 15, 2025.
- [Recording: "What Do You See?" with Karl Miller-Lugo](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-what-do-you-see-with-karl-miller-lugo/) - A recording of the "What Do You See?" conversation with Karl Miller-Lugo, Senior Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement at The University of Texas at San Antonio on September 11, 2025.
- [The Summit](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-summit/) - Join AADO for this three-day conference featuring industry speakers and experts, networking opportunities, and social events designed to connect and inspire. Get ready to learn from like-minded professionals and gain valuable insights into the world of fundraising.
- [Recording: Fundraising with Millennials & Gen Z](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-fundraising-with-millennials-gen-z/) - A recording of the "Fundraising with Millennials & Gen Z" conversation presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on June 5, 2025.
- [AADO Conference](https://thecdo.network/resource/aado-conference/) - Join AADO for this three-day conference featuring industry speakers and experts, networking opportunities, and social events designed to connect and inspire. Get ready to learn from like-minded professionals and gain valuable insights into the world of fundraising.
- [2025 Non-Profit Salaries & Staffing Trends](https://thecdo.network/resource/2025-non-profit-salaries-staffing-trends/) - In PNP's 24th annual salary survey of nonprofits, associations, arts organizations, foundations...
- [Christina Chang Equity Consulting](https://thecdo.network/resource/christina-chang-equity-consulting/) - Christina Chang Equity Consulting is committed to transforming institutional culture and policy.
- [The Chief Development Officer: Beyond Fundraising, 2nd Edition](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-chief-development-officer-beyond-fundraising-2nd-edition/) - A book about the many roles and responsibilities of today's CDO. Written for those preparing for, serving in, or hiring for the role.
- [Advancing Higher Education](https://thecdo.network/resource/advancing-higher-education/) - The book’s twenty chapters describe ways in which traditional methods must be adapted to the 21st century and highlight new strategies growing in importance.
- [Helen Brown Group](https://thecdo.network/resource/helen-brown-group/) - Development Research Consulting and Training
- [The Phoenix Philanthropy Group](https://thecdo.network/resource/phoenix-philanthropy-group/) - The Phoenix Philanthropy Group provides customized services to accelerate fundraising capacity and build organizational strength.
- [Capital Campaign Pro](https://thecdo.network/resource/capital-campaign-pro/) - Capital Campaign Pro provides you with the resources and confidence you need to complete a successful capital campaign.
- [Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)](https://thecdo.network/resource/council-for-advancement-and-support-of-education-case/) - The Council for Advancement and Support of Education is the global nonprofit association dedicated to educational advancement professionals.
- [African American Development Officers (AADO) Network](https://thecdo.network/resource/african-american-development-officers-aado-network/) - AADO’s members are professionals of color and allies that have designated fundraising and/or development as their primary responsibility.
- [Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP)](https://thecdo.network/resource/association-for-healthcare-philanthropy-ahp/) - The Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) is an international professional organization dedicated exclusively to development professionals.
- [Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global)](https://thecdo.network/resource/association-of-fundraising-professionals-afp-global/) - The Association of Fundraising Professionals empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education.
- [Women in Development New York](https://thecdo.network/resource/women-in-development-new-york/) - The mission of Women In Development, New York is to empower, connect, and engage women in a community that fosters professional growth.
- [Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC)](https://thecdo.network/resource/women-of-color-in-fundraising-and-philanthropy-woc/) - WOC endeavors to be the “hub” and “heart” for women of color in the fundraising and philanthropic communities around the world.
- [Association of American Medical Colleges Group on Institutional Advancement (AAMC-GIA)](https://thecdo.network/resource/association-of-american-medical-colleges-group-on-institutional-advancement-aamc-gia/) - The Group on Institutional Advancement (GIA) is an affinity group of the AAMC and comprises alumni relations.
- [Women in Development of Greater Boston](https://thecdo.network/resource/women-in-development-of-greater-boston/) - WID’s mission is to promote and support the advancement of women in the development profession.
- [Washburn & McGoldrick](https://thecdo.network/resource/washburn-mcgoldrick/) - Washburn & McGoldrick helps colleges, universities and independent schools successfully seek philanthropic support and create lasting relationships.
- [Marts&Lundy](https://thecdo.network/resource/marts-lundy/) - Marts&Lundy’s mission is to advance nonprofits committed to the betterment of humankind.
- [GOBEL](https://thecdo.network/resource/gobel/) - GOBEL is the leading consulting firm working exclusively in healthcare philanthropy.
- [The Inclusion Firm](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-inclusion-firm/) - The Inclusion Firm is a national consulting practice that focuses on developing inclusive strategies for organizational change.
- [Generous Change](https://thecdo.network/resource/generous-change/) - We bring a combined 30 years of fundraising experience and have personally raised over $70 million for arts, education and environment as staff and volunteers.
- [Interviewing Guide for Hiring a Chief Development Officer](https://thecdo.network/resource/interviewing-guide-for-hiring-a-chief-development-officer/) - This guide, provided by Aspen Leadership Group, assists individuals involved in interviewing candidates for CDO positions.
- [Evaluation Guide for Hiring a Chief Development Officer](https://thecdo.network/resource/evaluation-guide-for-hiring-a-chief-development-officer/) - This guide, provided by Aspen Leadership Group, assists presidents and other hiring managers in evaluating candidates for the position of CDO.
- [Grenzebach Glier and Associates (GG+A)](https://thecdo.network/resource/grenzebach-glier-and-associates-gga/) - Grenzebach Glier and Associates partners with nonprofit institutions that transform lives and strengthen civil society.
- [AHP International Conference](https://thecdo.network/resource/ahp-international-conference/) - The annual AHP International Conference is the largest gathering dedicated entirely to the needs of healthcare philanthropy professionals.
- [Taking Control of Your Time](https://thecdo.network/resource/taking-control-of-your-time/) - Many of us feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day.
- [CCS Fundraising](https://thecdo.network/resource/ccs-fundraising/) - As consulting experts in campaign and development strategy, CCS Fundraising plans and implements fundraising initiatives.
- [BWF](https://thecdo.network/resource/bwf/) - BWF serves organizations across the philanthropic spectrum.
- [2023 Non-Profit Salaries & Staffing Trends](https://thecdo.network/resource/2023-non-profit-salaries-staffing-trends/) - In PNP's 22nd annual salary survey of nonprofits, associations, and social good organizations, they see a sector that is rebounding.
- [Healthcare CDO/CPO Report](https://thecdo.network/resource/healthcare-cdo-cpo-report/) - The Healthcare CPO/CDO Report contains actionable insights, expert advice, and proven strategies.
- [The State of Capital Campaigns 2023](https://thecdo.network/resource/2023-benchmark-research-the-state-of-capital-campaigns/) - Formal research into how nonprofits plan and conduct capital campaigns is essential to enhance the effectiveness and impact of these critical fundraising efforts.
- [UnderDeveloped: A National Study of Challenges Facing Nonprofit Fundraising](https://thecdo.network/resource/underdeveloped-a-national-study-of-challenges-facing-nonprofit-fundraising/) - The study UnderDeveloped: A National Study of Challenges Facing Nonprofit Fundraising.
- [Desperately Seeking Fundraisers - The Chronicle of Philanthropy](https://thecdo.network/resource/desperately-seeking-fundraisers-the-chronicle-of-philanthropy/) - To find out how the hiring crisis is changing the fundraising work force, the Chronicle commissioned a national survey...
- [2024 Non-Profit Salaries & Staffing Trends](https://thecdo.network/resource/2024-non-profit-salaries-staffing-trends/) - In PNP's 23rd annual salary survey of nonprofits, associations, arts organizations, foundations...
- [Why Use a Search Firm for Your Advancement Search](https://thecdo.network/resource/why-use-a-search-firm-for-your-advancement-search/) - Executive search firms with a focus on the field of advancement bring a level of specialized expertise far beyond that of most Human Resource departments.
- [Poll Results: Recognition Time Limits](https://thecdo.network/resource/recognition-time-limits/) - The results from a poll of The CDO Network on recognition time limits.
- [Event Summary: The Cost of Code-Switching](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-cdo-network-event-summary-cost-of-code-switching/) - Notes from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted March 29, 2024.
- [Event Summary: Moving from CDO to CEO](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-cdo-network-event-summary-moving-from-cdo-to-ceo-pdf/) - Notes from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted April 19, 2024.
- [Event Summary: The CDO-CFO Partnership](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-cdo-network-event-summary-the-cdo-cfo-partnership/) - Notes from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted May 2, 2024.
- [Event Summary: Health & Wellness for CDOs](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-cdo-network-event-summary-health-wellness-for-cdos/) - Notes from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted February 16, 2024.
- [Event Summary: The CDO-CEO Partnership](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-cdo-network-event-summary-cdo-ceo-partnership/) - Notes from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted June 6, 2024.
- [Recording: Giving USA Summary 2024](https://thecdo.network/resource/giving-usa-summary-2024/) - Video recording from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted June 28, 2024.
- [Presentation: Giving USA 2024 Summary](https://thecdo.network/resource/giving-usa-2024-summary/) - Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network's live Zoom event hosted June 28, 2024.
- [CASE Summit for Leaders in Advancement](https://thecdo.network/resource/case-summit-for-leaders-in-advancement/) - The CASE Summit for Leaders in Advancement brings together thought leaders at the peak of their advancement.
- [Recording: Is Household Giving Dropping?](https://thecdo.network/resource/is-household-giving-dropping/) - A recording of the event hosted on September 27, 2024.
- [Recording: Accelerating Success with Strategic Onboarding](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-accelerating-success-with-strategic-onboarding/) - A recording of the October 2024 session "Accelerating Success with Strategic Onboarding."
- [The State of Capital Campaigns 2024](https://thecdo.network/resource/the-state-of-capital-campaigns-2024/) - The second annual State of Capital Campaigns Benchmark Report.
- [Recording: A Moment for Megatrends with Fred Van Sickle](https://thecdo.network/resource/a-moment-for-megatrends-fred-van-sickle/) - A recording of The CDO Network's session with Fred Van Sickle.
- [Recording: Biggest Lessons Learned with Bob Groves](https://thecdo.network/resource/biggest-lessons-learned-bob-groves/) - A recording of the January 23, 2025 session with Honorary Member Bob Groves.
- [Recording: Creating Big Ideas with Big Donors](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-creating-big-ideas-with-big-donors-2/) - This is a recording of the "Creating Big Ideas with Big Donors" presentation held on February 4, 2025.
- [Recording: Working With Your Organization's Biggest Donors](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-working-with-your-organizations-biggest-donors/) - A recording of the session "Working with Your Organization's Biggest Donors".
- [Recording: Biggest Lessons Learned with Tamara Rogers](https://thecdo.network/resource/biggest-lessons-learned-tamara-rogers/) - A recording of the "Biggest Lessons Learned" presentation from Tamara Rogers on April 17, 2025.
- [Recording: A Moment for Megatrends with Angelique Grant](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-a-moment-for-megatrends-with-angelique-grant/) - A recording of the "A Moment for Megatrends" conversation with Angelique Grant from December 2024.
- [Recording: Biggest Lessons Learned with Jill Elder](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-biggest-lessons-learned-with-jill-elder/) - A recording of the "Biggest Lessons Learned" conversation with Jill Elder on May 14, 2025.
- [Recording: A Moment for Megatrends with Susan Feagin](https://thecdo.network/resource/recording-a-moment-for-megatrends-with-susan-feagin/) - A recording of the October 8, 2024 session: "A Moment for Megatrends with Susan Feagin".

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