Meet YOUR Team
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FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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CONSULTING PARTNER.
With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Brittany is a passionate fundraising professional dedicated to helping organizations grow their impact and strengthen their communities. She currently serves as Chief Development Officer at Financial Pathways of the Piedmont, where she oversees all fundraising and marketing efforts.
Brittany’s career spans leadership roles with respected organizations such as the American Heart Association and United Way, where she built a proven track record in relationship management, strategic revenue development, corporate and individual giving, and grant writing. Prior to her current role, she spent over six years managing volunteers and community engagement initiatives, deepening her understanding of what inspires people to give their time and resources.
A proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Brittany earned her master’s degree in public administration with a concentration in nonprofit management in 2018. She chose fundraising as a profession on purpose, driven by a deep belief in connection, courage, and purpose (and a healthy dose of Brené Brown inspiration).
Whether leading a campaign, writing a grant, or helping a team dream bigger, Brittany brings authenticity, strategy, and heart to every project she touches.
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CONSULTING PARTNER
A former public school teacher, René Dillard is deeply committed to bridging high-quality data with organizational practice. With 8+ years of experience in the Nashville social impact community, she specializes in using data and strategic growth to drive revenue and expand programs equitably. Her portfolio includes strategic planning, facilitation, survey development, donor and funder analysis, and campaign development. She formerly served as the Director of Development for the Nashville Adult Literacy Council, where she led initiatives to expand literacy access and empower Nashville’s adult learners. She also designed curriculum and programming for the Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance, creating growth opportunities for educators across the state. She has held key roles at United Way of Greater Nashville and the Nashville Chamber, bringing her expertise in education research, policy development, and multi-generational learning to these organizations.
Guided by her vision of a Nashville where every child has the skills to fully participate in the community and access meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, René volunteers as a CASA Advocate, serves on the board of Plant the Seed, and mentors first-generation college students of color. She is also an avid reader and loves to hike with her dog, Benji.
René holds an M.P.P. in Education Policy from Vanderbilt University and a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Chicago.
Mission
To help nonprofits raise more and stress less by providing strategic fundraising leadership rooted in empathy, clarity, and accountability.
Vision
Community
We envision a nonprofit sector where every organization, no matter its size, has access to the tools and strategic support to engage donors authentically, communicate boldly, and sustain their mission for the long haul.
People
We envision a world where fundraisers are valued, boards are engaged, volunteers are appreciated and donors are considered partners in our work.
Values
Heart
Strategy
Impact
let’s talk
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