Why Darin and Odonata Coaching?
- Coaching moves accomplished professionals and organizations through the continuum from success to flourishing.
- Darin has had a successful career in the nonprofit sector as a million dollar fundraiser, an executive director and a board member. He is a gifted and compassionate encourager as well as a skilled and insightful professional.
Who?
Executives in Transition Seeking Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector
- Changing professions or positions by choice
- Change in employment status imposed upon them - downsizing, reorganization, etc.
- Extending a sabbatical to make community impact
Professionals New to the Nonprofit Sector
- Sales professionals moving into development/fundraising
- Public and private sector leaders who have moved to nonprofit leadership roles
- New hires in thriving nonprofit organizations
Rising Professionals in the Nonprofit Sector
- Mid-career nonprofit professionals seeking professional development, growth, and who have motivation to thrive
Members and Prospective Members of Nonprofit Boards of Directors
- Leaders and engaged community members who are currently involved on the board of a nonprofit organization or who are seeking board membership opportunities with their local nonprofits
- Boards who understand investing in talent for recruitment, retention, thriving, and flourishing
Professionals Seeking High Level Volunteer Opportunities in Nonprofit Organizations
- Rising professionals who want to get involved and make an impact in anticipation of possible future board service.
Fundraising Professionals in Transition
- Moving from Annual Giving to Major Gifts
- New and experienced Planned Giving professionals in transition
- Special events professionals moving into relational fundraising roles
How?
- Coaching works best when organizations invest in their talent. Most of my work with clients is funded by the organization they serve.
- Second to organizations investing in talent, is when people invest in themselves.