Ryan Henson
Chief Development Officer (CDO) @Hopelink Of Southern Nevada
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Development Officer (CDO) @Hopelink Of Southern Nevada
Henderson, NV, US
Develop and lead comprehensive fundraising, marketing, and communications strategies to drive organizational growthCultivate and steward relationships with major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and community stakeholdersOversee all development functions, including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, grants, and sponsorshipsIntegrate marketing and PR efforts to elevate brand visibility, donor engagement, and public awarenessManage the development and communications teams, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and performance goalsLead storytelling and content strategy across digital platforms, print materials, and media outreachCollaborate with executive leadership to position the organization as a community thought leader and trusted partnerRepresent the organization at high-level meetings, community events, and philanthropic forumsDrive innovation in fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and cross-channel marketingProduce development and marketing reports for the CEO and board, providing strategic insight and forecastingEnsure brand consistency, messaging clarity, and compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standardsLead capital campaigns and special initiatives to increase unrestricted revenue and long-term sustainability
EDUCATION
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Masters, Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts - BA, African-American/Black Studies
ABOUT RYAN HENSON
I’m a nonprofit executive leader with 10+ years of experience building funding strategy, strengthening operations, and driving measurable community impact across housing stability, workforce development, and reentry services.In my current role as Chief Development Officer at HopeLink of Southern Nevada, I lead organization-wide fundraising strategy supporting a $5M annual goal, spanning major gifts, corporate sponsorships, foundation partnerships, grants, and digital giving. Across my career, I’ve helped secure $7M+ through relationship-driven development, strategic partnerships, and strong compliance practices.I’m known for building systems that scale: improving workflows, aligning teams to outcomes, and translating mission into clear results that donors, boards, and stakeholders can rally behind.Core areas: Fundraising Strategy | Major Gifts | Grants & Compliance | Sponsorship Sales | Donor Stewardship | Budget Oversight | Strategic Planning | Partnership Development | Team Leadership
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