Development

ROBERT SWIRE

Boynton Beach, FL ***** 561-***-**** ********@*****.***

PROFILE

Experienced Philanthropy Professional with a proven track record with not for profits developing programs to build and grow cohesive, progressive

organizations. Strong ability to design and implement fundraising strategies in support of the annual campaign, as well as making personal

solicitations for major gifts, managing program operations and coordinating special events. Outstanding track record of developing/nurturing

strategic community partnerships/alliances. Developed exceptional relationships with a vital network of key stakeholders, influential individuals,

businesses, family members, board members and other donors. Other strengths encompass:

Special Events, Promotions & Implementation Program Development/Administration Grant Writing

Board Recruitment & Training Cultivation and Stewardship Marketing and Public Relations

Volunteer Recruitment/Management Community Outreach Staff Training & Development

Major Gifts and Fundraising Initiatives Financial Accountability/Budgets Foundation/Corporate Relations

Strategic thinker and visionary leader able to effectively inspire others. Experienced in developing/executing short and long term organizational goals

and relentlessly pursuing program excellence and results. Dedicated, passionate and mission driven individual with a strong foundation of ethics, high

degree of integrity, and superior work ethic. Consistent ability to grow sustainable programs through decisive strategic planning and effective fundraising

and organizational development strategies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Jewish National Fund Boca Raton, FL 08/2005 – 6/2014

Campaign Executive, Southern Florida

Served as a member of the South Florida development team reporting to Executive Director and Board of Directors while supervising fundraising staff.

Responsible for soliciting gifts from $100 $1M+ for the South Florida Region including fundraising initiatives, public relations, marketing, organizational

branding initiatives, community outreach and special events.

Key Development Initiatives

Supported organizational strategic objectives by facilitating the cultivation, stewardship and solicitation strategies across all funding areas including

major gifts, individual and institutional fundraising, foundations, and special events.

Developed strategies to increase constituencies and secured sustainable stakeholder support.

Clearly articulated the organization’s vision to influence key stakeholders generating significant fundraising donations.

Developed relationships with key community leaders to further the mission of the Jewish National Fund.

Event Management

Implemented and oversaw special events each year including annual Miami Dade Fundraising Gala; business division breakfasts throughout South

Florida; several Lawyers for Israel luncheons with $1000 minimum gift; varied parlor meetings at donor’s residences; three major gift thank you

events; annual holiday planned giving event, and synagogue fundraising breakfasts.

Oversaw venue procurement, space planning, logistics, project execution, client management, scheduling, purchasing, catering, marketing, PR,

entertainment, security, customer relations, vendor relations, contract negotiation, and budgets.

Effectively build capacity by successfully recruiting, retaining, and developing high performing staff and volunteers.

Community Outreach/Public Relations

Speaker at various functions promoting Jewish National Fund and its Israeli partnerships and projects. Served as a key representative,

spokesperson and ambassador of the organization to a wide variety of constituencies.

Attended networking events to build and expand business relationships to capture cross marketing opportunities.

Clearly articulated a compelling story reflecting high quality advocacy services, positioning the organization as a strategic leader for the

land and the people of Israel and branding Jewish National Fund as a well recognized entity in South Florida.

Select Achievements

Changed scope and direction of holiday planned giving lunch which resulting in increasing attendees by 59% and donations by 75%.

Totally revamped the Miami Dade fundraising gala and grew attendance from 25 to 350.

Developed Lawyers for Israel Speakers Series which raised $75k in new funds.

Changed the culture of events and programs resulting in increased revenue and attendance.

Built a donor recognition program that expanded the stewardship program for the South Florida Region.

Raised and managed more than $20M in funds during tenure.

Recognized for consistent ability to meet/exceed performance standards, marketing goals and fundraising requirements.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

It’s Your Party Parkland, FL 05/1994 06/2005

Owner/Event Coordinator

Founded and developed this events management company and built it from scratch. Responsible for spearheading all aspects of planning, coordinating

and launching of special events including birthday parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, quinceañeras, fund raisers and more. Led events through all

aspects from program planning to onsite execution and post event analysis. Managed a staff of 8 and generated annual sales in excess of $2M.

Developed and implemented events of all size and scope with budgets ranging from $75 350k.

Accountabilities included catering management, space planning, logistics, scheduling, food & beverage services, entertainment, customer relations,

purchasing, vendor relations, and public relations functions.

Monitored event quality and service and oversaw staff ensuring they exceeded customer expectations.

Negotiated contracts with all hotels, country clubs and meeting facilities.

Hired additional staff to increase productivity including a personal chef with portable kitchen for finer food quality, as well as in house event

designers.

Ensured 100% client satisfaction resulting in numerous repeat clients and referrals.

Recipient of the Best of Business Award from Boca Raton Magazine, 1999 and 2001.

Simultaneously ran Robert E. Swire Associates, a consulting firm that worked with not for profit organizations to develop fundraising events and

special event campaigns.

UJA Federation New York, NY 01/1990 03/1994

Development Manager

Oversaw program operations and fundraising efforts for this Jewish not for profit organization. Responsible for overseeing strategic planning and

operation of programs in support of organizational goals. Emphasis on continual growth, annual sustainable development, and creating a community

service culture while embracing the mission and ideals of the UJA Federation. Assisted in spearheading fundraising efforts for the organization. Assisted

in managing a staff of nine and a budget in excess of $7M.

Assigned and honored to affluent towns such as Scarsdale, Chappaqua, Armonk, etc.

Developed varied fundraising events for each community including synagogue honoree breakfasts, community wide events, parlor meetings and

fundraisers. The Larchmont/Mamaroneck annual event raised over $325k.

Led staff members for Super Sunday coordinating 144 volunteers and raising $1.2M in 12 hours.

“Latkas from Around the World” raised $125k in one afternoon.

Strategically assigned staff to positions based on certain abilities and social skills bringing out the best in each individual.

Awarded Most Outstanding Professional and Community Builder for Super Sunday event, 1991.

Prior experience includes Assistant Executive Director, Hebrew Free Loan Society and Assistant Director, National Federation of Temple Brotherhoods.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Master of Education Degree in Music, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY

Master of Arts Degree in Education, New York University, New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education, Boston University, Boston, MA

Permanent Teaching Certification: Florida, New York and New Jersey

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, 1994 2005; International Special Events Society (ISES), 1994 2005;

Vice President of International Special Events Society (ISES) South Florida Chapter, 1997 2000

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite for MAC and PC (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Salesforce, and Raiser’s Edge

INTERESTS

Principle Clarinetist with various university symphonies; world traveler; and excellent chef well versed in varied cuisines

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