Senior Director, Client Development
Concord Direct
With almost 25 years of direct response fundraising experience, Bert combines his unique background in project management and service, honed as a former aspiring chef, with his passion for nonprofit support. From creating cohesive teams in a restaurant kitchen to coordinating impactful fundraising campaigns, he understands that a successful outcome always relies on the same ingredients: a strong team, a focused vision, and dedication to excellence. Bert has spent the past 12 years on the agency side of the industry. At Concord Direct, he uses his skills to advance the missions of organizations like No Kid Hungry and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. In addition to playing a leadership role with clients, Bert also spearheads the company’s business development efforts.
Bert’s extensive experience on both the direct mail production side, as well as the full-service agency aspect of the business, allows him to support nonprofits in navigating the evolving landscape of fundraising and marketing. He champions cross-channel efforts that address industry challenges and embraces a personal mission to help clients mitigate rising costs while ensuring that the programs they support are successful.
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