Ryan Ashton

About Ryan Ashton

With expertise in non-profit, sports and healthcare sectors, my role involves steering our development team towards achieving ambitious fundraising goals. My approach is grounded in effective relationship management and creative marketing communications, ensuring that each initiative aligns with the organization\'s vision. Our success is reflected in a robust network of support, driving forward our commitment to building a culture of philanthropy and focusing on programs that drive meaningful impact.

Experience

1. Vice President of Development

   Aquarium of the Pacific

   Jun 2018 — Present · Long Beach, CA, US

   Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to achieve fundraising goals and increase philanthropic support.Fundraising Oversight: Lead all fundraising initiatives, including major gifts, annual campaigns, corporate sponsorships, grants, and special events.Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, stakeholders, and community partners.Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the development team, providing guidance and support to enhance performance and professional growth.Budget Management: Prepare and manage the development budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to meet fundraising objectives.Marketing and Communications: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop communication strategies that effectively promote fundraising initiatives and the organization’s mission.Donor Stewardship: Implement donor recognition and stewardship programs to acknowledge contributions and deepen donor engagement.Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of fundraising activities and overall performance.Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with the executive leadership team and the board of directors to align fundraising efforts with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.Grant Management: Identify grant opportunities, write proposals, and oversee the submission process to secure funding from foundations and government sources.Data Management: Utilize donor management and fundraising software to track and analyze donor data, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up.Community Engagement: Represent the organization at community events, networking functions, and conferences to build awareness and support for the organization’s mission.

Education

• Chaminade University of Honolulu

  BA

• Loyola Marymount University

  MA

Skills

• Merchandising
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Fundraising
• Retail
• Marketing Strategy
• Strategy
• Creative Direction
• Social Media
• Management
• Marketing
• Event Management
• Public Speaking
• Strategic Planning
• Marketing Communications
• Public Relations
• Budgets
• Advertising
• Brand Development
• Event Planning
• Nonprofits