Jaime Wilson
Waterloo,Canada
Summary
Forward-thinking Senior Executive bringing 20 years of progressive experience in the not for profit sector. Strategic and decisive leader with a growth-oriented mindset.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Philanthropy
St. Mary’s General Hospital Foundation - Waterloo Region
Waterloo
11.2020 - Current
- Responsible for total budget of over $12M in revenue and comprehensive over-arching communications strategy including launch of $40m Campaign in 2024.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Hired, trained and mentored 9 staff members to exceed annual fiscal targets year over year.
Director of Leadership Development
St. Mary's General Hospital Foundation
Kitchener, ON
11.2020 - Current
- Managed portfolio of 130 individual Major Gift donors and prospects and 60 Corporate and Sponsorship partners.
- Grew Women's Giving Circle from 32 to 79 members.
- Managed cross functional teams and established collaborative work
Chief Executive Officer
Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation & Childhood Cancer Canada
Toronto
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsible for leading both organizations to ensure sustained financial positions while managing the integration of organizations. Combined team of 18.
- Development of 6-month operational plan which incorporated a joint asset audit, change management of 14 staff members
- Executed fundraising and event assessment for both organizations to determine first year targets and revenue strategy.
Managing Director
Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation
Toronto
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Created disbursement strategy to include formation of Grant Committee and disbursement strategy.
- Developed pipeline of 400+ prospects and activation of new lines of businesses - major gifts, cause marketing, third party growth and an Inaugural Gala Dinner.
- Strengthened existing partnerships and brokered collaboration with CIHR (Canadian Institute for Health Research) and CCS (Canadian Cancer Society) to lead pediatric spoke of Survivorship Research initiative.
Chief Development Officer
True Patriot Love Foundation
Toronto
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Enhanced strategic government and political relationships in the sector.
- Met with at least 30 prospective new donors and supporters monthly to build relationships, establish effective communications and generate support.
- Created long-term development plans to ensure sustained growth of the organization's philanthropic initiatives.
VP, Development
True Patriot Love Foundation
03.2014 - 11.2016
- Doubled major gift revenue and doubled number of qualified prospects in the master pipeline.
- Lead strategic direction of Cause Marketing and Third-Party initiatives securing four major National corporate partners.
- Implemented comprehensive stewardship plan providing meaningful communication and engagement for each donor segment and developed Board Member moves management plan.
Director, Philanthropy, North America and Asia
Right To Play International
Toronto
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Secured support from UHNWI & HNWI donors, at the $250,000+ annual level, to meet fiscal team target of $6 million.
- Consulted on Champions program globally, and increased US revenue by 20% in first year.
- Developed custom stewardship plans for all UHNW and HNW donors, with attention to building donor experiences that capture donor interests, styles, and investments.
Deputy Director, Development
Right To Play Canadian National Office
Toronto
01.2013 - 09.2013
Senior Development Officer, Individual Giving, Major Gifts
Right To Play Canadian National Office
Toronto
08.2010 - 01.2013
Development Officer, Events and Corporate Partnerships
Villa Charities Foundation
Toronto
01.2009 - 01.2010
Development Coordinator
SickKids Foundation – SickKids Leaders Program
Toronto
01.2007 - 01.2009
Education
Major Gifts & The Campaign -
Association of Health Care Philanthropy, University of Wisconsin, Madison Business School
07.2023
MBA Essentials -
Rotman School of Business, University of Toronto
12.2021
Holistic Wellness Coach Certification -
International Association of Wellness Professionals
08.2020
Strategic Perspectives in Not-for-Profit Management -
Harvard Business School, Cambridge, MA, USA
07.2019
Creative Writing Course -
Ryerson University, Toronto
01.2014
Project Management -
George Brown College, Toronto
01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature -
York University, Toronto
01.2005
Skills
- Staff Development
- Strategic Planning
- Results-Driven
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Business Storytelling
- Decision-Making
- Performance Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Proposals and Presentations
- Relationship Building
- Training and Mentoring
- Industry Best Practices
- Budget Oversight
- Forecasting
- Business Development
- Metrics Tracking
- Data Analysis
Volunteer And Board Positions
Jazz.FM 91, Board of Directors and Executive Committee Member, May 2019, November 2020
Hobbies and Interests
- Certified Ashtanga Yoga Instructor
- Outdoor Expeditions
- Writing
- Cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Leadership Development
St. Mary's General Hospital Foundation
11.2020 - Current
Vice President, Philanthropy
St. Mary’s General Hospital Foundation - Waterloo Region
11.2020 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation & Childhood Cancer Canada
06.2019 - 06.2020
Managing Director
Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation
05.2018 - 06.2019
Chief Development Officer
True Patriot Love Foundation
11.2016 - 05.2018
VP, Development
True Patriot Love Foundation
03.2014 - 11.2016
Director, Philanthropy, North America and Asia
Right To Play International
09.2013 - 03.2014
Deputy Director, Development
Right To Play Canadian National Office
01.2013 - 09.2013
Senior Development Officer, Individual Giving, Major Gifts
Right To Play Canadian National Office
08.2010 - 01.2013
Development Officer, Events and Corporate Partnerships
Villa Charities Foundation
01.2009 - 01.2010
Development Coordinator
SickKids Foundation – SickKids Leaders Program
01.2007 - 01.2009
Major Gifts & The Campaign -
Association of Health Care Philanthropy, University of Wisconsin, Madison Business School
MBA Essentials -
Rotman School of Business, University of Toronto
Holistic Wellness Coach Certification -
International Association of Wellness Professionals
Strategic Perspectives in Not-for-Profit Management -
Harvard Business School, Cambridge, MA, USA
Creative Writing Course -
Ryerson University, Toronto
Project Management -
George Brown College, Toronto
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature -
York University, Toronto
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