Morgan J.

Senior Advancement Officer @Moca Cleveland

Cleveland, OH, US

As Senior Advancement Officer at the Cleveland Museum of Art, I lead strategic philanthropic initiatives that strengthen the museum’s role as a cultural anchor in Northeast Ohio. My work focuses on cultivating meaningful relationships, driving revenue growth, and stewarding donors who support exhibitions, learning and engagement programs, capital priorities, and community-centered initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage a diverse portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors, ensuring thoughtful cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that align with the museum’s mission and priorities.Partner with senior leadership, curatorial, learning, marketing, and visitor experience teams to develop compelling philanthropic opportunities and impact-driven cases for support.Lead strategy for major gifts, multi-year commitments, and strategic sponsorships, with a focus on increasing contributed revenue and expanding the donor pipeline.Craft persuasive proposals, reports, and communications that translate CMA’s artistic, educational, and civic impact into clear philanthropic outcomes.Support the planning and execution of donor events, exhibition previews, and stewardship experiences that deepen engagement and inspire long-term giving.Use data-informed insights, CRM tools, and prospect research to guide strategic decision-making and track donor activity.Serve as a collaborative partner across departments to ensure fundraising strategies reflect institutional priorities, audience needs, and community impact.Represent the museum in meetings, site visits, and public-facing events as an engaged ambassador of CMA’s mission and values.

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Family Studies

Cornell University

Marketing Analytics Certificate, Marketing Analytics