Shaniqua Rudd is West Philadelphia born and raised. During her undergraduate studies at Saint Joseph’s University, she was exposed to the world of Development as the beneficiary of many academic scholarships. Since then, she has dedicated herself to the non-profit sector specializing in fundraising and philanthropic events. Through various leadership roles in Development, she has utilized her expertise to secure funding and provide capacities in nonprofit management that expand program opportunities, financial sustainability, and strategic planning. She served as the Director of Advancement, Director of Development, and other Development roles prior to starting her own consulting firm, Rudd & Associates.

Credentials:

• Bachelor of Science, Business Marketing, Saint Joseph's University

• Master of Science, Organizational Development & Leadership, Saint Joseph's University

• Master of Arts, Nonprofit Development & Philanthropy, University of Northern Iowa

• Doctoral Candidate at Franklin University (D.B.A.) - In progress

• Principles of Fundraising Certification, Villanova University, (Accredited by the Association of Fundraising Professionals)

• Certified Non Profit Professional (Accredited by the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance)

Recognition:

2017 Highest Growth in Annual Fund Revenues - Healey Foundation