Fundraising Testimonials
“In addition to his expert knowledge of fund development, Rick Kress is able to strategically and accurately assess our organization’s overall operation and then provide customized, value-added service to effectively enhance key components of our fundraising programs. Rick’s many years of experience, expertise, and comprehensive understanding of the development process is of great value to any organization in need of any degree of fundraising counsel.”
James McLaughlin, CFRE
Executive Director of Development
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Pontiac, MI
“Rick has the innate ability to combine warmth and professionalism in his approach to working with staff, Trustees, donors, and volunteers. He is an excellent listener and reflects discussion in a clear and concise manner. His punctuality and attention to detail are other valuable traits make it a joy to work with him. I found Rick’s candor and quick study refreshing. His capacity to work well with both staff and Trustees makes him a valuable asset for us.”
Megan Miller
Vice President of Development
Detroit Institute for Children
Detroit, MI
“Rick has been able to adapt and help with our campaign and organization’s changing needs. He’s been very committed to helping us succeed. He has a very solid reputation in the development field and has lived up to his reputation. He’s able to really listen and hear our needs. He’s flexible and resourceful in adapting to changing situations. He exemplifies the leadership we look for in others. He helped our organization remain focused on our vision and goals.”
Susan Coats
President/CEO
Turning Point, Inc.
Mt. Clemens, MI
“As a consultant, Rick is a clear thinker, gifted writer and organizer and meticulous planner. He also sees the big picture. As a result of his work with us at Lynn University, we’re moving forward with several innovative strategies that he helped us identify and plan. Over the years, we have worked together on major and planned gift cultivation plans, solicitation strategies, gift negotiations, and many other issues. In every case Rick has shown himself to be a consummate professional. Best of all, he’s great to work with.”
Michael James
Director of Gift Planning
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL
“Rick has years of concrete, results-oriented, proven experience in development, strategic planning, and administration. His problem-solving skills and collegial approach combine to make him an excellent consultant no matter the size of the program. He works with your current structure to extend your fundraising potential through strategic planning, policies and procedures, operating plans, board development sessions, audits, and more. He listens to your needs and works with you in a cost-effective manner to extend your current potential.”
Susan Barcus, FAHP
President
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation
Clinton Township, MI
"Rick's counsel and strategies are always well thought-out, timely, and solid. He applies his depth of experience in a very professional and personalized way. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about helping others to succeed and he provided strong strategies from which we could build various fundraising programs."
Tracy Muscat
Vice President of Development
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Pontiac, Michigan
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