We are a strategic advising firm that guides clients of all sizes to optimize revenue growth and build systems for ongoing success. From start-ups to influencers to large institutions, we fix issues at the root of the problem and foster cultures of excellence.

Many organizations have weak or under-performing growth models. For even the most well- managed organization, meeting fundraising targets, can come to a standstill when faced with a new challenge or opportunity. Whether your institution has an illustrious legacy and renowned influence or is a start- up with a bold new idea, optimization of revenue and a development pipeline for growth is essential to realizing your short- and long- term goals. Partner with Danielle Ames Spivak to reimagine your success.

Danielle previously served as CEO and Executive Vice President of the American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic. Danielle is a leading fundraising and strategic planning professional. Known for having exceptional media acumen, creative direction is a skillset of Danielle’s, as evident in the dozens of short and long form content she has produced. An activist at heart, Danielle has done extensive research and work in the area of combatting online hate and antisemitism. Danielle coaches executives, community leaders, philanthropists and enjoys mentoring. Born and raised in Vancouver, and attended McGill University where she received a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science and Art History. Danielle completed a Master of Art’s degree in Museum Studies from New York University. Danielle worked in the fine art world, for institutions such as the American Friends of the Israel Museum. Articles by Danielle have been featured in numerous publications.

Potential Client Profiles

• You do good work and have smart ideas, but your start-up / early stage organization doesn’t have a fundraising model in place yet  that is sustaining your operations and goals for growth.

• You are a robust institution with impact and revenue track records but have reached a fundraising crossroads or plateau

• You have a tangible fundraising goal that needs to be actualized (could be a capital project or a department / institution expansion) 

• Your fundraising has been meeting your operational needs, but you would like to prepare for the future and engage in longer range visioning and preparedness. 

• You have a specific sore spot or identifiable area for improvement. It could be anything from a staff revamp to new donor communication strategies.

• You are a donor or foundation and need help honing in on your philanthropic scope and strategy.