Former Founder / President of Suddes Partners, a nationally recognized fundraising firm raising over $250 million for non-profit organizations. A respected and innovative thought-leader throughout many non-profit verticals, including: education, healthcare, youth services and community-based organizations.

Over 25 years of business strategy, marketing & communications experience and proven track record of delivering bottom line results at S&P 500 companies. Most recently served as Textron corporate officer, overseeing marketing/growth strategy, brand and customer experience management, strategic communications, social/collaboration, corporate giving & public relations.

Results-driven professional with experience in building retail brands through aggressive marketing and social media strategies. Expertise spans both B2C and B2B business models. Highly skilled in brand awareness tactics, viral social media campaign development and execution; and in designing an optimal retail web site customer experience. Extensive hiring, training and management background, particularly with millennial segment.