Gary is an experienced nonprofit and fundraising professional who brings a unique perspective to his work having led nonprofit organizations and collaborated with campaign consultants. He understands what nonprofit volunteer and staff leaders need from a trusted advisor, coach, and partner.
Over his career, Gary has developed campaigns that have secured transformational gifts of up to eight-figures. Gary has held leadership roles in YMCAs as President & CEO and Senior Vice President & Chief Development Officer; Director of Field Services and Chief Operating Officer with the Boy Scouts of America; Senior Director of Development and Vice President of Development at two major medical centers in the New York area; and, most recently, as Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations at Pace University.
His approach is rooted in providing authentic, strategic counsel tailored to an organization’s specific needs. Gary has the expertise to support you in achieving your objectives including.
In addition to his direct leadership experience, Gary is committed to advancing the nonprofit field at large. He has been an advocate for philanthropic excellence, demonstrated through his role as a board member and President of the Board of Directors of the New York City chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Gary has shaped industry practices and supported development professionals across organizations of all sizes.
With leadership roles spanning healthcare, higher education, and human services, Gary has honed his expertise in strategic planning, campaign leadership development, and campaign execution. He has a deep understanding of the pressures facing organizational boards and C-suite leaders and is adept at collaborating closely with them to achieve their goals.
Gary lives in the New York metro area and spends his free time with family and friends, reading fiction and trying to get to the gym more often.