Valerie Dorian
Chief Development Officer @Best Friends Animal Society
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Development Officer @Best Friends Animal Society
Boston, MA, US
Chief Development Officer and member of Senior Leadership Team for leading national animal welfare organization. Responsible for raising more than $150+ million annually to support operations and lifesaving efforts in all 50 states. Leads team of 50+ staff across a range of fundraising disciplines, including major gifts, planned giving, foundation relations, corporate and workplace giving, annual giving and Development communications.
EDUCATION
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor's degree, English, Psychology
The American University of Paris
Study Abroad Program
Northwestern University
Master's degree, Integrated Marketing and Communications
SKILLS
ABOUT VALERIE DORIAN
As a mission-driven leader, I have more than 20+ years of experience advancing fundraising, marketing and branding within global and national non-profit organizations. I have a proven track record of guiding large-scale fundraising campaigns, building diverse revenue streams, and fostering meaningful partnerships that fuel growth and impact.Currently serving as Chief Development Officer at Best Friends Animal Society, I oversee fundraising and donor engagement strategies that have produced a 113% increase in annual revenue over six years. I am proud to have played a privotal role in leading major fundraising campaigns, including Best Friends\'$900M+ Campaign to Save Them All and the $350M Centennial Campaign for America\'s National Parks while at the National Park Foundation. My professional journey is defined by a commitment to mission-driven work and a belief in the power of collaboration to create lasting, positive change. I am always excited to connect with like-minded professionals who are passionate about advancing social good and building more impactful organizations.
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