Deb Parsons

About Deb Parsons

I am an experienced strategic partnership, business development, and fundraising professional who can bring ideas to action possessing the ability to see connections between disparate ideas and translate that knowledge to action. I have worked at both for-profit and non-profit organizations, foundations, at the start-up and growth level in the areas of product management, finance/fundraising, strategy, operations, business development and partnerships. I have built an extensive network of funders, operators and sector experts in the social enterprise and impact with whom I actively collaborate on the development of infrastructure needed in the nascent social enterprise, corporate foundation, and impact investing space.Key Highlights:* Business development and partner relationship management in a variety of sectors* Product management from market intelligence, strategy, launch and sales management* Engaging a broad community of support around a specific mission be it from investors, employees or the public* Brand management and marketing expertise at large outdoor apparel company, an internet/software company, social enterprise, global charity and a non-profit.* Business plan development and analysis experience, specifically for sustainable enterprise business models and organic lifestyle market.* Developing an managing operations for start ups in the social capital market sector * Extensive understanding of the growing impact investing sector* Development of venture fund operations and offering procedures, including developing marketing pitch, leads management, legal liaison and limited partners relationship management.* Mentoring and growing teams, building cultures of inclusivity with an emphasis on diversity

Experience

1. Managing Director, Business Development & Client Engagement

   ImpactAssets

   Jan 2020 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Lead sales strategy and execution for a $5B AUM financial services firm, achieving a remarkable 600% growth in new client acquisition and AUM over 5 years.• Spearhead a high-performing 8-member sales and relationship team, driving efficient business growth and client engagement for consistent revenue increase.• Developed and implemented strategic planning processes, including technology upgrades, team expansion, client diversification, and revenue enhancement.* Maintain a robust network of clients, partners, and stakeholders, including investors, philanthropists, corporate leaders and social enterprise leaders.* Rebuilt CRM and workflows for client team

Education

• The University of Kansas

  BA, Accounting, Marketing

• UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

  MBA, Sustainable Enterprise, Venture Capital

Skills

• Philanthropy
• Business Development
• Management
• Team Building
• Strategy
• Social Enterprise
• Community Development
• Consulting
• Leadership
• Executive Management
• Business Planning
• Sustainability
• Crowdfunding
• Strategic Partnerships
• Operations
• Social Impact
• New Business Development
• Nonprofits
• Product Management
• Marketing
• Fundraising
• Business Strategy
• Start-Ups
• Non-Profits
• Venture Capital
• Public Speaking
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Planning
• Entrepreneurship
• Due Diligence
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Program Management