Dr. Hector Cruz, CFRE
Dr. Hector Cruz, Consultant, is a seasoned leader in development, fundraising, and higher education, with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Evangel University. Previously, Hector served at the university level, spearheaded alumni and donor engagement, organized and led fundraising initiatives, and managed capital campaigns. He also served at an international non-profit, leading the U.S.-based development […]
Howard Freeman
Howard Freeman, Director of Research and Senior Consultant, is a career fundraiser enjoying his 31st year of field experience across both the nonprofit and private sectors. Through his work with The FOCUS Group, he is deeply committed to helping faith-driven organizations create the kind of world the Creator envisioned in the beginning. He has led […]
Janet Stump, CFRE
Janet Stump, Consultant, brings over 35 years’ fundraising and nonprofit leadership experience, guiding organizations and teams to fulfil their missions through strategic thinking and relational fundraising success. Her experience ranges from local Christian/charter schools, international associations and foundations, to world missions. Most recently, Jan was Executive Director – ACSI Education Foundation, and Executive Director for […]
Jason Smith
Jason Smith, Consultant, believes that fundraising can be a natural, life-giving process that helps organizations scale their impact. He is passionate about helping clients utilize effective strategies and principles to build relationships with generous partners to fund a mission and change the world. He brings 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and leading teams […]
Dr. Jay Barber
Dr. Jay Barber, Executive Consultant, joined the FOCUS team as a senior consultant in early 2015 and is a senior fellow with the Murdock Charitable Trust, working with capacity building enrichment initiatives. Jay also currently serves as President Emeritus of Warner Pacific University after serving 12 years as president. Prior to serving as Warner Pacific’s […]
Jim Eney
Jim Eney, Senior Consultant, has served on the Essentials Training Team at the Murdock Trust for 20 years coaching organizations in development. He also served on Young Life Staff for 30 years ending in his role as Senior Vice President in 2004 where he lead successful Capital Campaigns and implemented Taking Donors Seriously in areas […]
Jodi Thorp
Jodi Thorp, Consultant, brings over ten years of experience coaching nonprofit executives in management, major gift fundraising, marketing and communications. She has worked with foundations, corporations and high-net-worth families to realize their philanthropic goals. She has enjoyed working locally in Orlando with IDignity, Elevation Scholars and the 4Roots Foundation and nationally with BioLogos, the Museum […]
John-Mark Walker
John-Mark Walker, Associate Consultant, is an organizational leader with over 12 years of experience advancing mission-driven strategy within Cru, a global nonprofit. He has led initiatives spanning campus movement expansion, leadership development, and organizational design. Most recently, he served as Chief of Staff for the Oneness in Diversity department, partnering with executive leadership to integrate […]
Rev. Dr. Justin Forbes
Rev. Dr. Justin Forbes, Consultant, has been involved in teaching and training for multiple years, working with nonprofit organizations, churches, and in higher education. Having spent 10 years as a para-church non profit leader, Justin is experienced in recruiting, training, and developing teams that engage in volunteer development, fundraising strategies, and donor relations. He is […]
Mallory Billings
Mallory brings nearly a decade of experience in fundraising and relationship development across global nonprofits and major research institutions. Since beginning her career in 2016, she has served at two international nonprofits and two R1 universities, where she became known for her ability to earn trust quickly, cultivate authentic and long-standing donor relationships, and restore […]
Mark Paulson
Mark Paulson, Consultant, is an accomplished professional with over 30 years of experience in fund development, organizational leadership and entrepreneurship. He is passionate about providing creative leadership to ministries and nonprofits, serving them in ways that result in increased partnership and an abundance of resources to accomplish strategic vision. Mark’s areas of expertise include training […]
Mike Manning, CFRE
Mike Manning, Consultant, served as an Area Director and Vice President of Development during his 30-year career with Young Life of Canada. His abilities to build deep and trusting relationships with teens, honed in the first half of his Young Life career, translated well in his transition to working with adult supporters and major donors […]