Ashley Lahoud

About Ashley Lahoud

Dynamic Fundraising Executive | Driving Multi-Million Dollar Growth & ImpactA results-driven fundraising executive with over 20 years of experience spearheading development and communications for leading non-profit organizations across NYC, statewide, and national initiatives. I\'ve personally driven over $100 million in philanthropic revenue throughout my career, consistently exceeding ambitious targets.Currently, as Sr. Director of Development & Communications at New Settlement, I\'m at the forefront of expanding annual revenue to $12M-$15M+ to support vital programs serving over individuals annually. My expertise spans comprehensive multi-tiered fundraising strategies, including individual major gifts, institutional grants, corporate partnerships, and high-impact special events.I excel at identifying and capitalizing on previously untapped opportunities, launching innovative campaigns, and motivating high-performing development teams—from interns to Board Chairs—to achieve unprecedented growth. My track record includes consistently increasing grant revenue by as much as 50%-55% year-over-year for diverse organizations, including hospitals, housing initiatives, universities, human services, and women\'s groups.A skilled strategist and resourceful problem-solver, I possess a proven ability to manage complex priorities with a keen eye for both the big picture and critical details. My leadership extends to strategic planning, board management, resource optimization, marketing, and fiscal oversight, all geared toward building sustainable, impactful organizations.FUNDRAISING EXPERTISEIncreasing Funding & Revenue GrowthInnovative Prospecting & CultivationDevelopment Committee LeadershipDirecting Board Fundraising CampaignsStrategic Donor StewardshipMessaging Development & MarketingSocial Media & Crowdfunding InitiativesHigh-Impact Grantwriting & ReportingFoundation and Individual Donor RelationsTraining & Motivating Staff and BoardDIRECTORIAL & LEADERSHIP SKILLSOrganizational & Departmental BudgetingStrategic Planning, Direction & ExecutionGoal Setting & AchievementTeam Building & Leadership DevelopmentOperational Budget ManagementResource Allocation & OptimizationBoard Relations & Governance SupportComprehensive Financial ReportingProgram & Project LeadershipTeam Supervision & Performance ManagementPersonnel Recommendations & DevelopmentResearch & Data-Driven Strategy

Experience

1. Sr Director of Development and Communications

   New Settlement

   Jun 2025 — Present

   Leading comprehensive fundraising and communications strategies towards an annual revenue target of $12M-$15M+ in individual, corporate, foundation, and government support, for programs that serve over individuals annually.• Developing and implementing multi-year development plans, overseeing individual giving, institutional funding, special events, and corporate partnerships.• Directing all aspects of communications to enhance New Settlement\'s profile and engage a diverse range of stakeholders.• Working closely with Executive Leadership and Board members to expand and leverage the Board of Directors for fundraising and organizational growth.• Managing the fundraising budget, tracking revenue trends, and providing strategic financial oversight to meet annual operating objectives.• Supervising staff of three and project-based consultants.

Education

• Hunter College

  Masters of Urban Planning, Economic Development

  2004 — 2006

• The New School

  B.A., Urban Studies

  2000 — 2004

Skills

• Event Planning
• Business Planning
• Proposal Writing
• Women Owned Business
• Marketing
• Crowdfunding
• Volunteer Recruiting
• Women Leaders
• Fundraising
• Business Communications
• Volunteer Management
• New Business Development
• Program Development
• Relationship Management
• Grants
• Strategy
• Grant Administration
• Entrepreneurship Education
• Report Writing
• Donor Research
• Market Analysis
• Technical Writing
• Management Consulting
• Nonprofits
• Editing
• Crowdsourcing
• Social Media
• Project Management
• Philanthropy
• Business Development
• Donor Recognition
• Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Strategic Communications
• Coaching
• Strategic Planning
• Public Speaking
• Donor Management
• Business Coaching