Introducing Managing Director Richard O. Walker III |
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 OAI is pleased to announce the addition of Richard O. Walker III as Managing Director beginning January 1, 2010. As a Managing Director, Dick will be responsible for new business development and client account management. Dick initially established a partnership with OAI as a senior consultant in 2009, bringing with him over 35 years of fundraising and development experience primarily in the independent school sector.
Most recently, Dick served as the Vice President of Corporate Giving at FBR Capital Markets. While at FBR, Dick supported the growth and expansion of the firm’s philanthropic efforts, and helped bring in corporate and employee contributions totaling almost $10 million. He was responsible for the establishment of a comprehensive corporate philanthropy program including four different matching programs for employees, a grants program serving at-risk youth and families, and volunteer and pro bono programs. Dick helped grow the philanthropic impact of the FBR Open, the largest charitable event of the PGA TOUR regular season with more that $30 million donated to charity from 2004 to 2008.
Prior to joining FBR, Dick served at the Director of Development at the Landon School of 25 years. Landon’s Development Office saw the creation of new programs and increased revenue under Dick’s leadership. Dick led two capital campaigns for the school, raising more than $25 million in contributions combined, and increased annual giving from $100,000 to almost $1 million a year during his time as the Director of Development. He established a successful annual alumni reunion program resulting in dramatically increased participation by school graduates in funding and other measures of activities. Dick also created a planned giving program, emphasizing bequests and the use of other vehicles to impact Landon’s long-term financial health.
Dick also serves as the Chair of the Board of College for Every Student and sits on the Board of Directors for Mentors, Inc. and Princeton Project 55.
OAI is thrilled to bring someone of Dick’s stature and experience to the firm and knows that he will exemplify OAI’s commitment to excellence!
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What's New: CEO Healthcare Forum |
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 On Monday, November 9, 2009, OAI hosted the first CEO Healthcare Forum, a bi-annual forum designed specifically for hospital CEO’s. This first time event, sponsored by Goldman, Sachs & Co., brought together an intimate group of DC-area hospital leaders to Georgetown’s Café Milano to discuss and exchange ideas about the political and philanthropic challenges and opportunities that exist in this uncertain economic environment.
The event featured guest speaker, Evan Jones, co-founder of Digene Corp., and moderator Ned Zechman, President and CEO of Children’s National Medical Center. Both spoke of the current challenges hospitals are facing, including medical system changes and a decreased bond market, and stressed the importance of hospital fundraising.
It is clear that during a time of healthcare reform and economic uncertainty, the need for these high-level discussion forums with hospital leaders is greater than ever before.
OAI is working to create forums to bring together leaders in the education and healthcare fields as well in 2010. To learn more about OAI’s upcoming forums, contact us today!
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 OAI has partnered with Easy Office and the Center for Nonprofit Advancement to provide BOB Finance 2 Plus, a nonprofit management product which provides complete finance, operations and leadership management.
BOB Finance 2 Plus provides outsourced back office and finance operations through nonprofit management and finance expertise and support. Through our experience providing services to a variety of nonprofits, Easy Office and OAI have developed a unique approach to outsourced operations, which enables you, the client, to focus your time and energy on your core mission and critical activities while we provide comprehensive services to meet your needs.
BOB Finance 2 Plus outsourcing allows nonprofit leaders to take advantage of the lower costs and higher expertise of finance professionals who specialize in providing nonprofit finance services to a broad range of clients, ranging from start-up organizations to large-scale nonprofits with multiple programs, multiple revenue sources and both international and domestic operations. BOB Finance 2 Plus services are provided by both off-site and on-site experts who are 100% responsible for accurate and timely operations and for maintaining complete knowledge regarding all aspects of your nonprofit’s finances.
Contact OAI today to learn why BOB Finance 2 Plus services might be just what your organization needs.
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Meet Our New Clients |
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Capital Area Asset Builders
Board Development
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Churchill Centre and Museum
Events Management and Strategic Planning
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Earth Conservation Corps
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Lowell School
Campaign Feasibility Study
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Landon School
Planned Giving
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Rome Foundation
Development Assessment and Planning
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Sitart Arts Center
Development Planning |
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Employee Spotlight: Mirjam Krull |
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 As an Associate Director of Marketing and Development, Mirjam Krull serves a variety of nonprofit clients in the areas of event fundraising and management, campaign management, development management, strategic planning and nonprofit management. Since joining the OAI team in 2005, Mirjam has had the opportunity to partner with many OAI clients, including the Friends of the National Library of Medicine, DC College Access Program, Earth Conservation Corps and Higher Achievement Program, among others. While Mirjam is actively engaged with OAI client work, she also manages OAI’s information technology department.
Q: Since joining OAI in 2005, you’ve had the opportunity to really see the company grow. What are some of your best memories over the last 5 years?
A: The people and our clients! We have a very strong culture at OAI, which focuses on our staff and how to best serve our clients. In my opinion, our teams are currently stronger than ever. The best moments for me are those when we get to celebrate the many successes of our clients: exceeding gala fundraising goals, recruiting strong, new board members, and helping with many development and strategic planning assignments. My favorite memories are those that take place late at night, after a client gala that OAI has helped plan and execute. During those moments we share this truly wonderful bond with our team mates and clients. We value each other and know our success is due to our collaboration and team work!
Q: Since you’ve had the opportunity to work with over 15 clients thus far, what client in particular sticks out to you as having achieved great success?
A: During the past 5 years at OAI, I have witnessed many success stories, but the one that really stands out is DC College Access Program (DC-CAP). DC-CAP provides services that enable high school students in DC public schools and public charter schools to go to and graduate from college. OAI assists DC-CAP with fundraising strategy and activities for their multi-million dollar campaign. DC-CAP has a remarkable Board and very dedicated staff members who truly help make a difference in the lives of their students. They host annual events, Senior/Parent Luncheons, where thousands of DC high school students come with their parents to celebrate the successes of the year and to learn about financial planning and opportunities available for college. You need to attend one of these events to understand the depth and reach of DC-CAP programs. Most people leave these events in tears because of the stories of life-long struggle and hardship that these students share with us. But these stories have one thing in common: DC-CAP has helped all these students find opportunities and hope for a better future.
Q: On a personal note, you came to the United States over 10 years ago from Estonia. Are you able to travel home to visit family often?
A: I can’t believe it has been 10 years! I have a big family and I miss them every day. I go home at least once a year and sometimes even twice. In the past couple of years my family has come to visit me as well. It is a long trip to Estonia, involving planes, boats, trains and automobiles, but OAI is very flexible with my vacation schedule and always encourages me to make the trip back home. I am planning on seeing my family again next summer.
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OAI Project Highlights and Recaps |
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On Tuesday, September 29th, Youth, I.N.C. (Improving Nonprofits for Children) held its 3rd Annual State of the Market Conference at the Bank of America Tower Conference Center in New York City. The event, which was co-hosted by Piper Jaffray, brought together over 225 financial professionals to hear from financial industry luminaries as they debated and discussed the most pressing issues facing Wall Street. The conference began with an exclusive afternoon panel focused on the topic: Regulatory Evolution & Policy. This “VIP” event was followed by a cocktail reception and an evening panel discussion focused on the topic: Significant Trends and Investment Opportunities in the Post Crisis World. |
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In June of 2009, the Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home (the Home) engaged OAI to assess its current fundraising operations, identify specific strategies designed to maximize annual contributed revenue and determine strategies for reducing or retiring existing debt. Upon the conclusion of the three month assignment, OAI delivered a detailed development plan to the organization. As a result of OAI’s presentation to the Home’s Board and Advisory Council, OAI was hired to implement the plan. The OAI team is currently hard at work for the Home and looks forward to seeing some immediate success for this great organization. |
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The American Kidney Fund held its inaugural The Hope Affair on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Business and community leaders, Congressional representatives, kidney patients, and the American Kidney Fund staff joined together to celebrate the accomplishments and vision of the American Kidney Fund. The event brought together more than 300 guests and raised more than $600,000 for the organization. |
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Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Care held its annual Noche Tropical Gala on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at the elegant Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, DC. Over 200 people gathered together to support and commemorate the great work of Mary’s Center. This year, Mary’s Center was honored to recognize Neera Tanden and Ana Recio Harvey, two extraordinary leaders who are determined to protect our nation’s families and communities by improving access to quality and affordable health care as well as employment opportunities. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and Congressman Xavier Becerra were also welcomed as special guests. Over $275,000 were raised in support of Noche Tropical Gala and the great work of Mary’s Center. |
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The Center for Security Policy celebrated its 20th Annual Keeper of the Flame Dinner on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. Three hundred guests gathered in Union Station’s East Hall to honor this year’s Keeper of the Flame Award recipient, former Vice President Richard B. Cheney, who was joined by many friends and distinguished colleagues including Donald Rumsfeld and I. Lewis “Scooter” Libby. |
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Youth, I.N.C. (Improving Nonprofits for Children) celebrated its fourth annual Trading Day for Kids, which raised over $1.5 million for the organization, at the NASDAQ closing bell ceremony on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. The event was sponsored by Piper Jaffray, who donated 100% of commissions on designated equity trades made by over 150 participating firms to Youth, I.N.C. |
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The Washington Animal Rescue League held its first annual Mutts Masquerade on Saturday, October 31, 2009. Dogs and owners alike showed up in costume to masquerade around a two-mile stretch of Meadowbrook Park in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The dogs “trick or treated” at several vendor booths, which provided different treats for animals as well as information about their products. In addition, the League provided medical information and free micro-chipping. Approximately 400 people and 250 dogs came out for a day of exercise and entertainment while supporting the work of the League. |
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Youth, I.N.C. (Improving Non-profits for Children) and its 17 partner nonprofits raised over $1.8 million in support of the 15th Annual A Celebration to Benefit New York Kids, which was held on Monday, November 16, 2009 at the Waldorf=Astoria in New York City. Nearly 1,000 attendees joined together to celebrate the achievements of Youth, I.N.C. and its partner nonprofits and to honor Ted Virtue, Youth, I.N.C. Board Co-Chairman and CEO of MidOcean Partners. The Celebration Program enables nonprofits to increase their donor bases, raise unrestricted funds, and learn how to better market their organizations. These lessons are translated into practice, culminating with A Celebration to Benefit New York Kids event. |
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This fall, READ Global hosted cultivation and fundraising cocktail receptions in New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. Each event featured a riveting slideshow presented by READ’s founder, Toni Neubauer and a “library auction” hosted by MSNBC correspondent Joe Watkins. The events were so successful that READ has plans to expand to three more cities in 2010. |
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Upcoming Events |
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Youth, I.N.C. (Improving Nonprofits for Children)
Net Gain Tournament
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New York, NY • March 16, 2010
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Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School
American Dream Gala
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Washington, DC • May 18 , 2010
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Marriott Foundation
20th Anniversary Bridges Recognition Dinner
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Washington, DC • June 2, 2010
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