Kevin R. Wilson, CNP818 W Panorama Drive Palatine IL 60067 (224) 801-9719

kwilson320@msn.com

Director of DevelopmentSummary of Qualifications

Proven track record of revenue generation through building productive volunteer structures, events, and campaigns. Exceptional leader by example that implements sound decisions, encourages innovative thinking, and empowers others. Effective listener and speaker that positively influences and guides volunteers and staff using appropriate communication for each audience. Proficient in implementing modern computer hardware and software solutions to efficiently manage CRM and strategic planning processes. 

Core Competencies & Abilities Constituent Relationship Management Fiscal Management Fund-raising Interpersonal and Public Communications 

Proficient in MS Office & Windows Server Staff Leadership, Training and Development Strategic Planning Volunteer Recruiting and Inspiring

 Professional Highlights

2009-2013 Boy Scouts of America in Chicago, IllinoisChief Development Officer- Oversaw all fundraising, donor development, grant writing, endowment

development, marketing, and external communications functions of the Chicago Area Council.

- Managed and inspired staff of Development Directors and other agency professional staff towards achieving our annual gross budget objective of $2,961,672.

- Recruited and gave personal leadership to 65 volunteers on 4 special fundraising event committees with an average gross budgeted income of $1,460,000.

- Created new “Lunch with Judge Mathis” event with over 500 attendees to help fund our most inner-city youth programs.

- Secured grant funding and supervised new Latino Outreach staff efforts.

- Formed new Endowment Development committee and initiated schedule of prospect cultivation events and associated marketing activities.

2002-2009 Boy Scouts of America in Chicago, IllinoisSenior Development Director- Individually generated $2,300,000 in gross fundraising proceeds annually.

- Recruited top volunteer chairmen and committee members from the steel, construction, finance, trading, banking, legal, and telecommunications industry.

- Grew special event income 10% per year from 2002-2008 to a record $1,800,000.

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2002-2009 Boy Scouts of America in Chicago, IllinoisSenior Development Director (continued)- Managed department support staff and coordinated projects and workflow.- Cultivated endowment prospects resulting in over $300,000 in new deferred gifts.- Designed new Access databases to help with department CRM functions and

served as the Computer Network Administrator providing support to 30 staff in 3 locations.

1996-2002 Boy Scouts of America in Providence, Rhode IslandDirector of Learning for Life Programs- Solicited and received a $280,000 Federal Gear-Up grant to deliver after-school

programs to under-served middle school students in 7 low-income Rhode Island communities.

- Created new “Scouting Golf Classic” special event.- Recruited and directly supervised 25 full and part-time employees.- Increased youth program participation by 52.6% from 6,000 to over 12,000 youth

served.- Originated outdoor adventure programs that grew to serve over 6,000 school

students every year.- Formed strategic partnership with the Rhode Island School Superintendents

Association to promote our career Exploring and In-school coeducational youth programs.

 1990-1996 Boy Scouts of America in Framingham, MassachusettsSenior District Executive- Achieved the highest youth-served market density in the Northeast Region.- Managed all camping operations of the E. Paul Robsham, Jr. Scout Reservation and

supervised 3 summer camp directors in providing day, overnight, and weekend camping programs.

- Served as the acting CEO during final agency consolidation process between Newton and Framingham MA.

 1985-1990 Boy Scouts of America in Danvers, MassachusettsDistrict & Senior District Executive- Created the annual Lynn, Massachusetts Annual Mayor’s Breakfast for Scouting

fundraiser.- Exceeded yearly fund-raising and youth membership goals.

 Education, Awards & Certifications

Bachelor of Business Administration In Management (Human Resources Concentration)Pace University, White Plains, New York 1985

Certified Non-Profit ProfessionalNonprofit Leadership Alliance

Past President & Board MemberEssex County 4-H Club Camp, Inc.Eagle Scout AwardBoy Scouts of America 2013 Certified Nonprofit Professional of the YearNonprofit Leadership Alliance

Multiple B.S.A. Professional Development Certifications