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BEVERLY BROWNING
As a veteran grant writing consultant, Beverly Browning has helped her clients win more than $55,000,000 since 1986. She is a college instructor, conducts grant writing workshops throughout the country, and has authored over a dozen reference and how-to books, including Grant Writing For Dummies and Fundraising with the Corporate Letter Request.

   

CYNTHIA GRZELAK
As an independent public relations and marketing consultant, Cynthia Grzelak has created and coordinated hundreds of events ranging from small meetings to large and highly public corporate and charity galas. Her clients include commercial businesses, nonprofit organizations and industry associations. Prior to starting her consulting business in 1986, Cynthia began creating special events while she was a marketing executive for several financial institutions and a fundraising director for a major health care system. She has published her own newsletter, Event Ideas, and is a frequent speaker on the topic of event planning.

 
DIANE HODIAK
An MBA and sought-after trainer for universities, foundations, and local nonprofit groups, Diane Hodiak has twenty years of experience directing fund-raising and public relations programs and has provided executive leadership for three nonprofit organizations. As CEO of the Development Resource Center, Diane helps nonprofit organizations throughout the world maximize results with limited resources. An established author and recognized expert, her published works include 'Fund Raising & Marketing in the One-Person Shop' and 'Hidden Assets: Revolutionize Your Development Program With a Volunteer-Driven Approach.'
 
LINDA KISSAM
Linda Kissam is a twelve-year veteran in the nonprofit management field. She has managed both 501 (c)(3) and 501 (c)(6) organizations. Besides serving as the executive director for a variety of nonprofits, she also volunteers her time for several charitable organizations. She has served on several boards of directors and has taught both in the public and private sectors. A seasoned wine industry veteran, Linda also consults with major wineries and growers on food and wine events.
 
LINDA VALLEJO
Linda Vallejo is a practicing professional development officer and grant writer with twenty years experience and has taught the A to Z Grantwriting System for over seven years. She has developed and implemented successful grantwriting campaigns for multiple non-profit organizations including proposals for education, arts, environment, mental health, medical and community concerns.