Big Ideas, Real Impact

Whether you need a keynote, board training, fundraising workshop, facilitated conversation, partnership support, or strategic guidance, my work helps mission-driven people come together around people-centered leadership, emotional intelligence, revenue growth, and community impact.

I work with nonprofits, civic leaders, businesses and community partners to build real relationships, understand what people need, and create practical strategies that move BIG IDEAS forward.

Featured Offers

The Fundraising Confidence Workshop


Development teams, executive directors and boards who need fundraising to feel less isolated and want practical ways to strengthen donor relationships, improve communication, and build more confidence around fundraising.

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In one session, we identify what's blocking your board, clarify what they're actually willing to do, and build a practical 90-day plan that feels doable.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence to Maximize Growth


You and your team will learn how to build trust-based relationships, strengthen communication, and create a culture where people and organizations thrive. Through neuroscience and human behavior strategies, you'll gain practical tools to increase alignment, collaboration, and long-term growth.

Ideal for leaders and teams seeking stronger workplace cultures, greater alignment, and improved performance.

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Business Development & Strategic Relationships


Build meaningful partnerships that drive growth, strengthen your network, and create lasting impact. Through practical strategies for communication, negotiation, and relationship-building, you'll gain the tools to foster win-win outcomes and move your organization forward.

Professionals, leaders, nonprofits, and organizations looking to strengthen partnerships, fundraising efforts, and business development strategies.

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Training Topics May Include

  • Understanding donor motivation, building authentic relationships, creating stronger donor touchpoints, and moving people from interest to investment.

  • Helping teams understand what major donors care about, how to prepare for donor conversations, and how to make thoughtful, confident asks.

  • Helping board members move beyond fear or avoidance and find practical, comfortable ways to open doors, tell the story, thank donors, and support revenue growth.

  • Creating meaningful follow-up, gratitude, and communication strategies that help donors feel valued and stay connected.

  • Turning programs, outcomes, and community needs into clear, compelling messages that help people understand why the work matters.

  • Helping development, program, communications, and executive leadership teams work together so fundraising is not isolated from the rest of the organization.

A strong fund development team needs more than tactics. It needs confidence, clarity, shared language, and a deeper understanding of people. My trainings are practical, engaging, and grounded in real nonprofit experience — with tools teams can use immediately.

Speaking & Workshops

Engaging, practical sessions for nonprofit conferences, staff retreats, board meetings, and leadership teams.

Topics include empathy-driven leadership, fundraising, stewardship, board engagement, partnerships, burnout prevention, and people-centered productivity

Strategic Consulting

Support for organizations that need help turning ideas into actionable plans. This may include fundraising strategy, board development, community engagement, partnership building, campaign planning, or organizational growth.

Coaching & Advisory Support

One-on-one or small group support for nonprofit leaders who need a trusted thought partner, strategic sounding board, and practical guidance as they lead through complexity.

Book with me when you’re ready to strengthen leadership, strategy, or impact within your organization. Whether you’re looking for a training, workshop, coaching session, or you’re not quite sure what you need yet, I’d love to help you get clear on the right next step. I also offer one-time strategy sessions to help you work through a specific challenge and walk away with practical, actionable direction for your team or organization.

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With 20+ years of experience in community and program development, Jennifer combines advanced training in Nonprofit Organizational Leadership from Arizona State University and an Executive Coaching Mastery certification from Harvard. She helps organizations increase their community presence, value, and revenue while leveraging a strong network of leaders across the business and nonprofit sectors.

Whether you need a strategic advisor, a dynamic speaker, or a thought partner for your next big move — let's start a conversation.

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  • "Jennifer is one of the most passionate, talented, and ethical fundraisers in Kansas City. She can take your organization and fundraising efforts to the next level. Hiring her as a consultant or full-time fundraiser is the best decision you could make this year."

    — Kassie Sands, CFRE  |  Vice President of Development, MOCSA

  • "Jennifer is one of those rare blends between big picture strategist and technical expert. She knows how to meet the expectations of multiple stakeholders without losing sight of the big picture. I would work with Jennifer one thousand times over."

    — Alisha Thomson  |  Senior Vice President, Private Client Advisor

  • "I highly recommend Jennifer for any nonprofit role involving coaching, fundraising, marketing, community engagement, and more! She is a stellar community member who has built a strong foundation in the nonprofit sector. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with her should count themselves lucky!"

    — Christopher Stibbs, CFRE  |  All Things Philanthropy