Emma McMahon
Philanthropy | Organizational Development
- Role
- Associate Director of Gift Planning at Northern Illinois University
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Emma McMahon
My career bridges organizational development and philanthropy, giving me a unique perspective on advancing mission-driven work. At the heart of my work is a belief in authenticity, trust, and knowledge-sharing. My work in organizational development emphasizes aligning culture with strategy, fostering team psychological safety, and designing environments where individuals and teams can challenge ideas and take risks. In planned giving, I partner with donors to design charitable financial plans that align their personal values and financial goals with the most effective gift strategies for their needs.
Experience
Associate Director of Gift Planning
Feb 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Manage a portfolio of 75-100 prospects to raise $1M+ in revenue*Re-design, implement, develop, & co-manage of the data-driven strategy of the program*Benchmark & research the programmatic and financial structure for gift types that produce unrestricted revenue*Collaborate with internal and external partners to design & document complex gift plans for donors, prospects, & other fundraisers
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sociology; BS, Nonprofit and NGO Studies
William James College
Master of Arts - MA, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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