Your Partner in Practical Growth
Joanna is a writer, speaker, and mission-driven strategist with 15 years of experience helping nonprofits, government agencies, and tech organizations do more with what they have. A Maryland native and proud millennial, she believes that good work happens when transparency, community, and equity are at the center — and she brings that philosophy to everything she does.
By day, she's a fundraiser, marketer, and people manager who has guided teams of five to twelve, stewarded donor and client portfolios of 75 to 200, and helped nonprofits across the DC metro area increase fundraising anywhere from 20 to 100%. She's the kind of advisor who listens first and strategizes second — building data-driven plans that translate into real, measurable results.
Her career highlights include testifying before the Maryland State House and Senate, supporting $59 million in COVID-19 relief efforts in Montgomery County, contributing to record-breaking capital campaigns at multiple nonprofits, and helping prevent 9,000 DC-area families from experiencing homelessness. She has stewarded tens of millions of dollars in client portfolios and funds — and she takes that responsibility seriously.
Outside of her consulting work, Joanna also runs a successful small business in the wedding industry, because apparently one passion project is never enough. Whether she's helping a bride or a board of directors, she shows up the same way: prepared, practical, and genuinely invested in your success.
strategic wins:
Built a fundraising gala from the ground up at Rock Creek Foundation, raising $60K with 175 attendees, 10 VIPs, and 7 vendors — including engagement from multiple Maryland governors.
Managed a $2M portfolio of 200 nonprofit clients at WealthEngine, achieving 90% customer retention, closing $250K in upsell opportunities, and acquiring six new clients.
Increased client capacity by 33% at Granicus by developing a new client communications system, growing the number of clients managed per team member from 12 to 16 while improving both staff and client retention.
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