Speakers

Timothy D. Logan, CFRE, ACFRE, FAHP, FCEP is Senior Legacy Director at Mal Warwick Donordigital.
He holds a Masters of Nonprofit Management (MNO) from Case Western Reserve University. Tim is one of only ten fundraising professionals to hold both the ACFRE and the FAHP advanced certifications.
An AFP certified Master Instructor, he presents frequently and is published on fundraising and nonprofit management topics.

Serving as the Executive Director at Colorado River Alliance, Adrienne drives the organization’s strategic growth, partnership development, and leads the talented and dedicated staff team. Adrienne Longenecker has led an impressive career as a creative problem solver, visionary executive, and relationship steward in the nonprofit and for-profit fields, in addition to her time as a professional dancer.

A passionate community servant well-known for vision, creativity, and consensus building, Adrienne volunteers as Chair-Elect for the Board of Directors of the Global Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Alia brings seven years of museum development experience, with past roles at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and Museum of the African Diaspora. She joined The Contemporary Jewish Museum in August 2023 and transitioned into frontline fundraising as Major Gifts Officer to support The CJM’s during their sabbatical. She has a bachelor of arts degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Museum Studies. She is passionate about art, museums, and fundraising and committed to providing her expertise in donor engagement and major gifts to support art organizations and museums like The CJM.

Jena Lynch is the Education & Community Engagement Manager at Donorbox, where she equips nonprofit professionals with the tools and confidence to raise more with less stress. With a background in nonprofit leadership and volunteer management, Jena brings over a decade of experience in mission-driven communications. She regularly speaks at sector conferences, hosts The Nonprofit Podcast, and leads webinars on donor engagement, appeal writing, and fundraising strategy.

Laura MacDonald, President of Benefactor Group, is a certified fundraising executive with more than 30 years’ experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and philanthropy. She has served as the vice president and creative director of a national fundraising firm, chief development officer in arts and higher education, and as a key volunteer for community organizations. Prior to establishing Benefactor Group, Laura was chief development officer at The Ohio State University’s Wexner Center for the Arts.

Susan Madon, MBA, CFRE, is CEO of Minerva Nonprofit Management Consulting and a seasoned leader in fundraising, strategic planning, and nonprofit management. With over 25 years of experience, she has held leadership roles at organizations such as the Archdiocese of New York, French Institute-Alliance Française and the University of Southern California. Susan holds an MBA from Columbia University and teaches at Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. She is the author of "The Disappearing Donor," a light suspense novel of fundraising best practices.

Carlos Madrid Varela is a seasoned leader in philanthropy and nonprofit development. With academic credentials in communications and sociology of knowledge from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and universities in Paris and Tours, Carlos served as Director of Development at the Children’s Hospital (1994–2013) and later as President of Mexico City’s Private Assistance Board (2014–2020). He has held leadership roles with AFP Mexico and AFP Global, and is a dedicated faculty member and advisor. Carlos continues to champion civil society through teaching, policy advising, and volunteering with organizations advancing social good across Mexico.

Sana Mahboob is an enormous advocate for the communities she serves, a seasoned speaker across the globe, and a morning show guest in Pakistan. Sana continues to serve local national and international Boards. With over a decade of diverse experiences, Sana has a transparent and truthful discussion style, and as an immigrant to Canada, she brings a diverse perspective and passion to everything she does professionally, and personally.

Russell E. Malbrough, a member of the Class of 1998, is the director of alumni relations at Suffolk County Community College in New York. Prior to joining Suffolk in 2013, Malbrough was associate director of alumni relations at Stony Brook University. He held previous positions at Columbia University and the American Lung Association. A former member of the executive board of the Black Ivy Alumni League, he also served as president and historian of the Providence chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Brown's oldest Black fraternity.

Alice Marleaux loves people, community, and dreaming big with others. Raised across multiple countries, she learned early the value of relationships. She holds degrees in Philosophy, Religion, French, and an MBA from Queens University. Before joining Charlotte Family Housing, Alice served in Honduras, led service projects, and managed grants at Christ Episcopal Church. As Chief Engagement Officer, she invites the Charlotte community into CFH’s mission through volunteering, giving, and sharing skills. Outside of work, Alice is mom to a spirited 9-year-old and a social 5-year-old. She enjoys reading, to-do lists, plants, and tacos.

Nefertiti Asanti Martin is the Grants Manager at GRIP. Nefertiti is passionate about using storytelling and relationship-building to sustain programs that create lasting impact for individuals and communities. Originally from the Bronx, NY, they bring over 15 years of experience working with organizations that champion equity, justice, and transformation, including Destiny Arts Center, Girls for Gender Equity, and Community United Against Violence.
In addition to their development work, Nefertiti is a published poet and editor. Her debut chapbook, fist of wind, won the inaugural Start a Riot! Chapbook Prize, and they are a SFF/Nomadic Press Literary Award recipient.

Eddrick Martin is the Managing Partner and Lead Consultant for Elevated Momentum Consulting LLC. He has vast experience working with non-profit organizations in which he has provided leadership in various capacities. He is a twenty-five-year veteran of working and collaborating with nonprofits. His areas of expertise range from board development, strategic planning, leadership skills, organizational effectiveness, volunteer and stakeholder development, and more. Eddrick holds a Master's in Nonprofit Administration and a bachelor's degree in public policy/political science. He has also served in the roles of executive director, COO, and board president of multiple organizations.

Lety Martinez is Vice President of Philanthropy at the International Community Foundation, where she leads fundraising, communications, and donor engagement, strengthening cross-border philanthropy and supporting Mexican nonprofits. With over 12 years of experience, she has held leadership roles including Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Tijuana. Lety was named Outstanding Development Professional of the Year (AFP San Diego, 2021). She holds a B.A. from ITESM, a Master’s from Universidad Anáhuac, and certifications in nonprofit management, and is pursuing graduate studies in Nonprofit Leadership at the University of San Diego.

Pattijean McCahill, MBA, MPA , is Chief Philanthropy Officer of Feeding America West Michigan, an organization and mission she has serve for over a decade. She is a mission-driven executive with 35 years of nonprofit and corporate leadership experience, rooted in the real-life challenge of navigating food insecurity as a single parent during the Great Recession. That experience shapes her purpose, informs her empathy, and fuels her belief that every neighbor deserves dignified, equitable access to nutritious food. She combines this personal insight with extensive expertise in strategic growth, fundraising, brand transformation, and data-driven decision-making to create greater impact for

Laurel brings over 25 years of experience in the non-profit sector to her role as consultant and trainer with The Osborne Group. Laurel works with clients on topics including donor engagement, development operations, board development, and more. Current clients include the ACLU, Nonprofit Association of Oregon, and Girls Inc. In addition to well-received workshops for national organizations, universities, and more, Laurel has presented at the AFP International Conference, CASE, and AFP Congress.