Steven Nicolet - Expertise in Annual Giving

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Steven Nicolet has 13 years of experience in higher education and fundraising. He is currently the Director of Annual Fund at UNC-Chapel Hill at the Kenan-Flagler Business School. He spent two years establishing an annual fund as the Director of Annual Giving at Florida International University. He previously implemented an annual giving program at Grand Valley State University (Michigan) as the Manager of Annual Giving. Prior higher education and philanthropic experience includes employment with Siena Heights University and The Heart of West Michigan United Way. He has an undergraduate degree in Public Administration from Grand Valley State University, an MA from Central Michigan University and completed the Certificate in Fundraising Management (CFRM) from The Fundraising School at Indiana University.

Specialties:

*Fundraising
*Direct Mail
*Telemarketing
*Graphic Design
*Branding and Identity
*Marketing
*Budget Management
*Staff Supervision
*Special Event Planning
*Web Design

EXPERIENCE

Director of Annual Fund University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

(Educational Institution; 5001-10,000 employees; Higher Education industry)

August 2006 – Present (1 year 9 months)

As the Director of Annual Fund, the primary emphasis is placed on broadening the base of support and increasing the level of Annual Fund for college and campus programs. Responsibilities include supervising; devising marketing and solicitation strategies for direct mail, e-communication and telemarketing programs; evaluating results, managing budgets and overseeing all Annual Fund activities for the Business School.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•13 years of professional experience in higher education, development and fundraising
•Created comprehensive Annual Giving programs at two large universities
•Diverse work experience including: fundraising, personnel management, special events, marketing, web design and public speaking
•Record of effectively leading, supervising and motivating a staff of fundraisers
•Proven ability surpass annual goals and objectives under challenging situations
•Ability to coordinate and collaborate multiple IT components successfully.

President

The PYX

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Online Media industry)

August 1995 – Present (12 years 9 months)

The PYX is an online community network. Established in 1995, it is an interactive website featuring: sporting competitions, open forums, feedback, merchandise, calendars, membership profiles, archives, by-laws, online giving, customized search engine, website analytics and updated press releases.

I was one of the six founding members in 1995 and was elected President in February, 2008. As President, my responsibilities include:

-Representing The PYX at all levels (public appearances, etc.)
-Addressing the Board of Members with periodic reporting
-The Supervision of Executive Officers
-Budgetary Management
-Teambuilding Exercises
-Research and Development
-League Expansion
-Fundraising
-Enforcing the By-Laws
-Website Design and Technical Support

Director of Annual Giving

Florida International University

(Educational Institution; 5001-10,000 employees; Higher Education industry)

May 2004 – July 2006 (2 years 3 months)

Recruited by Florida International University to develop Advancement’s initial Annual Giving program. During first months of employment, created new efforts in solicitation that resulted in fulfillment rates beyond expected goals for the entire year. Launched four new giving programs at this dynamic university.

Manager of Annual Giving Grand Valley State University

(Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry)

January 2002 – April 2004 (2 years 4 months)

Directly responsible for all strategic planning, budgetary management and fiscal growth of the Annual Giving program at this thriving university. Founded GVSU’s inaugural Annual Fund.

Key development officer credentials include: ability to assemble and motivate a ninety-five member volunteer cabinet, proven gift for establishing meaningful ties with prospective donors, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Continuous history of exceeding expected goals.