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Small School Development Professionals: Coffee and Concepts

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Tue, 03/11/2025 - 12:45
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Monthly on the second Tuesday, 12 - 12:45 PM EDT until Tue, May 13, 2025
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Cheryl Maayan, Hannah Strasser Olson, Ilisa Cappell, Jessie Katz, Jason Zwang
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Traci Reisberg
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Development Professionals

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Second Tuesday of the month, 12:00-12:45 PM ET // 9:00-9:45 AM PT

This virtual series is designed specifically for small school development professionals looking to enhance their skills and strategies. Each session offers a focused, interactive learning experience on topics crucial to school development, from working with your head of school to innovative donor engagement strategies. Gain actionable insights and network with peers to exchange ideas and best practices. 

This series provides a convenient and engaging way to stay current with trends, address challenges, and advance your professional growth—all while enjoying a short monthly coffee break from your regular routine.

Small schools are defined as schools with K-12 enrollment under 150 students.

Program Outline

  • September 10th - Setting Priorities and Managing Your Time
  • November 12th - Partnering with your Head of School (Heads invited!)
  • December 10th - Major Gifts 101
  • January 14th - Donor Persona
  • March 11th - Topic TBA
  • April 8th - Development Strategy
  • May 13th - Topic TBA

Upcoming Sessions

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 12 - 12:45 PM EDT
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 12 - 12:45 PM EDT
Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 12 - 12:45 PM EDT

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Ilisa
Cappell
Senior Vice President, Engagement and Leadership

Ilisa is Prizmah's Senior Vice President, Engagement and Leadership. Learn more about her here. 

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Jessie Katz Headshot
Jessie
Katz

Jessie Katz is a development thought-leader who has partnered with and raised millions of dollars for Jewish nonprofits and day schools for over fifteen years. The core of her work at Ziv Philanthropy is building and implementing sustainable fundraising plans, which are robust campaign and operations roadmaps that position organizations for efficiency and allow leaders to go back to doing what they love. While Jessie's experience is vast, her passion lies in the Jewish community. She is proud to have supported many pillar organizations in our field including Adamah, Prizmah: CJDS, Aish Global, StandWithUs, JFNA, and Jofa, along with numerous day schools of all sizes such as Magen David Yeshivah, Ben Porat Yosef, Westchester Torah Academy, and New England Jewish Academy. Jessie earned a bachelor's degree in family and human development from the Honors College at Arizona State University and her master's degree in social work at New York University. When Jessie is not advising nonprofits, she teaches graduate courses in public policy at Yeshiva University, coordinates a 100+ family CSA, and leads her community's partnership minyan. Jessie lives with her family in Stamford, CT and proudly sends her children to Westchester Day School.

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Cheryl Maayan
Cheryl
Maayan
Director, Day School Leadership Training Institute

Cheryl is the director of the Day School Leadership Training institute. Learn more about her here.

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Hannah Strasser Olson
Hannah
Strasser
Olson
Senior Vice President, Development

Hannah is Prizmah's Senior Vice President of Development. Learn more about her here.

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Jason
Zwang

Jason B. Zwang, CFRE, is an accomplished leader in fundraising, renowned for securing substantial philanthropic contributions across a diverse range of industries and donor backgrounds. He is distinguished for establishing enduring frameworks for growth and fostering lasting donor relationships through his profound understanding of donor psychology, guiding them towards sustained philanthropy. Jason's expertise extends to navigating complex donor agreements and managing international gifts, providing him with a comprehensive grasp of the donor lifecycle—from immediate cash donations to major and principal gifts, as well as planned giving. 

Proficient in developing operational structures, Jason excels in instilling a culture of philanthropy among non-fundraising stakeholders and subject matter experts. He collaborates closely with organizational leaders across various functions to proactively ensure the successful execution of programs.