Chief Development Officer

This is a guide not only to those preparing for or serving in the role of CDO but also to those charged with selecting, appointing, and supporting CDOs.

Ronald J. Schiller Founding Partner of the Aspen Leadership Group, and former Vice President of the University of Chicago, is a nationally recognized advisor to nonprofit leaders. He is the author of four books: The Chief Development Officer: Beyond Fundraising; Belief and Confidence: Donors Talk About Successful Philanthropic Partnership; Raising Your Organization's Largest Gifts: A Principal Gifts Handbook; and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Advancement: Strengthening Engagement and Fundraising Through Inclusion.

Foreword by Susan Paresky Preface Acknowledgments Introduction CHAPTER ONE: Relationship Builder in Chief CHAPTER TWO: Shaper of a Culture that Embraces Philanthropic Partnership CHAPTER THREE: Visible Leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion CHAPTER FOUR: Strategist and Planner CHAPTER FIVE: Trusted Advisor on Board Matters CHAPTER SIX: Thought Partner CHAPTER SEVEN: Visionary and Confident Sight Raiser CHAPTER EIGHT: Resilient Optimist CHAPTER NINE: Talent Magnet CHAPTER TEN: Mentor, Sponsor, and Ally to Future CDOs Key Takeaways Appendix: Individuals Interviewed and Surveyed About the Author