Elizabeth Ponder

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT ELIZABETH PONDER

Master\'s Degree in Philanthropy and Development. CFRE designation June 20••••22• 12 years in higher education development and fundraising campaigns for both central development and constituency-based units at two major public universities with a special focus on gift planning. 2.5 years in major/planned/ annual gift fundraising in healthcare philanthropy. 2.5 years in executive advancement leadership role for a state education and rehabilitation institution. • Experienced grant/proposal writer and editor• Five years of experience in financial and estate planning industry and over ten years in secondary education• Comprehensive knowledge of charitable planning, fundraising techniques and campaign planning• Deep appreciation of varying donor motivations in support of alumni; academic; medical school and healthcare; veterinary medicine; research; athletics; the arts; and economic development programs• Proven ability to build strong relationships with donors, colleagues, administrators, advisors and volunteers• Successful track record for closing gifts, meeting or exceeding goals• Results-driven professional with thorough understanding of the moves management cycle, metrics-based productivity measures and marketing efforts impact tracking• Solid knowledge of IRS gift regulations, accounting practices, interpreting financial data, gift acceptance policies, CASE standards and guidelines, state solicitation and gift annuity registration requirements• Skilled in establishing and facilitating a development training program and a development unit’s strategic plan• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire others to think creatively about the variety of giving opportunities• Strength in fostering collaborative work with the ability to also work independently• Strong interpersonal communication, public speaking, writing and teaching skills• Passion for philanthropy, planned giving and professional development of others• Effective development professional with ability to build upon applicable skills attained in previous service-oriented, financial planning and education positions