In Their Words ... About DeAnn & Jane.
DeAnn brings people of strength together and weaves the golden thread that organizes their various ideas and perspectives. She has that rare gift of allowing people to be who they are and be stronger with her leadership … I live in the world of the spiritual, the world of the artist. She listens. She sees and shares my vision. And even more, she understands the abstract and random and can translate that for the logical, the list-makers, the investor. That’s because she is an artist, as well as, an executive.
Sally Maguire Deming, Director of Fine Arts, Episcopal School of Jacksonville
Sally Maguire Deming, Director of Fine Arts, Episcopal School of Jacksonville
It is really difficult to put into words my personal gratitude to you for all you have done to help us launch our board development and our strategic planning.
No one knows more than me how much time and thought you put into our plan and our particular situation and challenges. Your efforts are truly appreciated.
Karen Hensel, Director of Development, St. Francis House, St. Augustine, FL
No one knows more than me how much time and thought you put into our plan and our particular situation and challenges. Your efforts are truly appreciated.
Karen Hensel, Director of Development, St. Francis House, St. Augustine, FL
I appreciate DeAnn's passion for the work. She’s smart and she sees the big picture. It is clear to me that she is doing the right things for the right reason ... She has done so much to build philanthropic support for Community PedsCare, and that is making a difference for the children and families in our program.
Jeffery Goldhagen, M.D. University of Florida, Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine-Jacksonville
Jeffery Goldhagen, M.D. University of Florida, Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine-Jacksonville
Jane Jordan is an unparalleled resource of nonprofit know-how. As a new 501(c)(3), we contracted PartnersWithNonprofits to help us develop our board and establish an effective operational infrastructure. From board recruiting and training to governance, strategic planning and fund development practices, Jane went above-and-beyond to ensure we had the tools, resources and understanding necessary to succeed. Thoughtful, well-organized, and energetic, she was equally attentive to the big picture of our mission and the details of our everyday operation. Jane seamlessly translated her wealth of experience and keen understanding of the nonprofit sector into practical solutions, communicating to stakeholders across the organization with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
What impressed me most of all was Jane's genuine care for her clients and passion for her work. She made a point to be available as a "help desk" whenever we needed, always eager to answer questions and share new resources. With her abundant knowledge, careful consideration and tireless commitment to help us succeed, Jane was more than a consultant—she was a trusted partner and valued advisor I would gladly recommend.
Ian DeSousa, Executive Director/Co-Executive Producer, State of the Re:Union
What impressed me most of all was Jane's genuine care for her clients and passion for her work. She made a point to be available as a "help desk" whenever we needed, always eager to answer questions and share new resources. With her abundant knowledge, careful consideration and tireless commitment to help us succeed, Jane was more than a consultant—she was a trusted partner and valued advisor I would gladly recommend.
Ian DeSousa, Executive Director/Co-Executive Producer, State of the Re:Union
As Executive Director of Family Promise of Jacksonville, Inc. it was my pleasure to work with Jane on the development of a long range revenue plan for our organization. Her services were provided in a professional manner within a predetermined time frame and at a reasonable cost. The knowledge and integrity she brought to the task resulted in tremendous value to Family Promise. Jane took the time to get to know the organization and customize a revenue plan that will help Family Promise carry out its mission into the future. If needed, we hope to continue our relationship into the future. I would highly recommend Jane and PartnersWithNonprofits in working with nonprofits in meeting their organization potential.
Mark Landschoot, Executive Director, Family Promise of Jacksonville
Mark Landschoot, Executive Director, Family Promise of Jacksonville
PartnersWithNonprofits definitely gets two big thumbs up! We engaged with Jane to help us find our new Executive Director of Development at Daniel. We had previously conducted a local search that didn't turn up the kind of superstar prospects we were looking for. They were terrific at every turn. Not only did they find us a half dozen top candidates through a thorough and efficient national search, they also helped us refine our process for choosing candidates.
There was never one moment during the process where we thought, 'Why haven't we heard from Jane?' They communicated just as we would want, like a great waiter who knows just when you need to have your glass refilled. Any nonprofit or community organization looking for executive search services or who needs experienced women to help create, refine or repair a strategic approach would benefit greatly from using Jane and the team at PartnersWithNonprofits.
Cole Pepper, Board of Trustees, EDofD Search Committee, Daniel Foundation, Inc.
There was never one moment during the process where we thought, 'Why haven't we heard from Jane?' They communicated just as we would want, like a great waiter who knows just when you need to have your glass refilled. Any nonprofit or community organization looking for executive search services or who needs experienced women to help create, refine or repair a strategic approach would benefit greatly from using Jane and the team at PartnersWithNonprofits.
Cole Pepper, Board of Trustees, EDofD Search Committee, Daniel Foundation, Inc.
While conducting a campaign feasibility study for The Trust for Public Land, Jane Jordan set herself apart as an authority on fundraising. Clearly a seasoned and trusted consultant, Jane provided us with timely, clear results and continued guidance. She is a consummate professional, and has given me so many pearls of wisdom that I now have a lustrous string of pearls.
Karen Brady, Director of Philanthropy, Trust for Public Land, State of Florida
Karen Brady, Director of Philanthropy, Trust for Public Land, State of Florida
I first met Jane at the Georgia Center for Nonprofits Training Session on “Individual Major Gifts Fundraising.” Her instructional style and knowledge of the subject matter greatly impressed me. She challenged us during the day and opened her presentation for questions. Jane has extensive experience in the nonprofit fundraising field, both as a funder and in funding development. At the close of the day, I asked Jane to consider leading a retreat for our board members and I’m so glad that she agreed.
Jane gave a fantastic presentation at our Annual Board Retreat for the International Seafarers’ Center. She was the perfect person for our board retreat. We appreciated her extensive experience and her ability to field any question on donors and fundraising that our board asked during the day. Her energy and enthusiasm for helping nonprofits in this crucial area of fundraising is extraordinary. I would highly recommend Jane as a presenter or retreat leader.
Greg Smilski, Executive Director, International Seafarers’ Center, Brunswick, GA
Jane gave a fantastic presentation at our Annual Board Retreat for the International Seafarers’ Center. She was the perfect person for our board retreat. We appreciated her extensive experience and her ability to field any question on donors and fundraising that our board asked during the day. Her energy and enthusiasm for helping nonprofits in this crucial area of fundraising is extraordinary. I would highly recommend Jane as a presenter or retreat leader.
Greg Smilski, Executive Director, International Seafarers’ Center, Brunswick, GA
Jane and Donna were able to help our organization get back on track! By helping us create a cohesive strategic plan we were able to set goals that were important to us and focus our attention on implementing them. They provided invaluable advice on several aspects that helped us move forward: personnel evaluation, board evaluation, board development, strategic planning, and the transition process that ensued.
"Their calmness and confidence helped the executive committee understand the board process and helped us create a structure so that we continue to make sure we remain a productive entity providing the community with the services it needs. Without them we would not be where we are today and we look forward to making this organization more effective by using their services when needed in the future.
Karen Lee Hogan, Board of Directors, St. Augustine Humane Society, St, Augustine, FL
"Their calmness and confidence helped the executive committee understand the board process and helped us create a structure so that we continue to make sure we remain a productive entity providing the community with the services it needs. Without them we would not be where we are today and we look forward to making this organization more effective by using their services when needed in the future.
Karen Lee Hogan, Board of Directors, St. Augustine Humane Society, St, Augustine, FL
Jane Jordan has been a colleague, friend and mentor throughout my professional career in Jacksonville, and I value her in each of those roles. Her understanding of the greater Jacksonville community and its culture comes more from her professional walk with neighbors from all “sides of the river” than it does from her native status.
She has sat at boardroom tables in the highest office towers and at kitchen tables in the most troubled of neighborhoods with the same genuine interest in the issue at hand and the same commitment to bring her many talents to that table. Quick to discern what’s significant and dismiss the trivial, she guides clients and colleagues toward the best solution for the moment and the most strategic direction for the future.
Judy Hall Lanier, Director of Development, The Arc Jacksonville
She has sat at boardroom tables in the highest office towers and at kitchen tables in the most troubled of neighborhoods with the same genuine interest in the issue at hand and the same commitment to bring her many talents to that table. Quick to discern what’s significant and dismiss the trivial, she guides clients and colleagues toward the best solution for the moment and the most strategic direction for the future.
Judy Hall Lanier, Director of Development, The Arc Jacksonville
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Phone: 904.502.6889 | deann@partnerswithnonprofits.org | Jacksonville, FL | FC 55556
Phone: 904.502.6889 | deann@partnerswithnonprofits.org | Jacksonville, FL | FC 55556