Chief Development Officer (CDO)

The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to serve as a Vice President and key institutional leader. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and leading a comprehensive fundraising program that encompasses various giving areas, including annual, major, planned, and endowment giving, as well as foundation and corporate giving. This role requires a strategic partner who is fluent in the fundamentals of fundraising and is excited to craft a vision and strategy for the function. The CDO will also be tasked with managing a portfolio of key donors and prospects and will actively support the President, Board, and key staff members in fundraising efforts. The ideal CDO for the company will be a thought partner and a leader with the ability to align resources to deliver the fundraising plan. This is a pivotal moment for the organization, with a major milestone approaching and the prospect of a new arts venue in partnership with a world-class university. The role demands a candidate with the poise and leadership to not only lead development efforts but also to work closely with the President, the VP team, the incoming COO, and board leadership. The CDO will be an integral part of a historic and promising future, and as such, the company is seeking a professional who can contribute to the success of the organization and is committed to its mission of connecting audiences with performing artists in engaging and uncommon experiences.