Fundraising operations management leader. Data-driven systems, process, and people manager. Informs strategy with insightful reporting and analysis. Effective communicator, strategic thinker, and problem solver.
Michelle Husko
@michellehusko
Philanthropy operations leader at Global Greengrants Fund, strengthening donor database and gift-processing systems for nonprofit fundraising.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Database and Philanthropy Operations Consultant
Global Greengrants Fund
Jul 2026 - Present (3 months)
Assess and strengthen the systems, processes, and practices underpinning GGF's use of its donor database and its end-to-end gift processing and revenue reconciliation workflows.
Independent Consultant
Expert Networks
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Advised on CRM systems, donor platforms, technology functionality and scalability.
Analyzed fundraising strategy and provided recommendations to leadership for revenue planning. Led CRM administration and data governance processes, ensuring consistent data across teams.
Senior Philanthropy Operations Manager
Grand Canyon Conservancy
Aug 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 5 months)
Managed fundraising CRM systems, donation processing, and revenue reconciliation for a $6.5M fundraising portfolio. Oversaw fundraising programs, prospect research, and strategic planning with leadership and board.
Director of Development Operations
Rainforest Trust
Nov 2019 - Apr 2022 (2 years 5 months)
Directed global operations for fundraising systems and data infrastructure across US, UK, and Australia teams. Developed strategic planning through analytics and collaboration with leadership and board.
Philanthropy Data and Reporting Manager
Rainforest Trust
Feb 2017 - Nov 2019 (2 years 9 months)
Developed and delivered revenue reports and forecasts to inform strategy. Partnered with finance and program teams on reconciliation, compliance, and reporting requirements.
Consultant, Non-Profit Fundraising Operations and Software
Mischellaneous LLC
Provides expert advice on CRM systems, donor platforms, and technology functionality and scalability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Malta
M.Sc., Conflict Resolution and Mediterranean Security
Pursued a dual master's degree program, earning an M.Sc. in Conflict Resolution and Mediterranean Security.
George Mason University
M.A., Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Earned an M.A. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution with a thesis on Environmental Peacebuilding.
Old Dominion University
B.A., International Relations
Completed a B.A. in International Relations.
Microsoft/EdX
Data Analysis: Analyzing & Visualizing Data in Power BI and in Excel, Data Analysis
Completed a certification in Data Analysis: Analyzing and Visualizing Data in Power BI and Excel.
The Management Center
Managing to Change the World Certification, Management
Earned the Managing to Change the World Certification.
University of Malta
Master of Science, Conflict Resolution and Mediterranean Security
Pursued a Master of Science in Conflict Resolution and Mediterranean Security as part of a dual degree program.
George Mason University
Master of Arts, Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Pursued a Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Resolution as part of a dual degree program.
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.
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