Connor Bergman
About Connor Bergman
Connor Bergman serves as the Executive Director at CCS Fundraising, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in law and fundraising, having held various positions in legal firms and non-profit organizations.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Connor Bergman has served as Executive Director at CCS Fundraising since 2016. In this role, he has contributed to the design of successful and sustainable development initiatives for non-profit organizations across various sectors. CCS Fundraising is recognized as a leading global fundraising consulting firm with offices in North America, London, and Dublin. The firm is wholly owned by its partners and boasts the largest and most experienced permanent staff in the fundraising consulting industry.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining CCS Fundraising, Connor Bergman gained extensive legal experience in various roles. He worked as a Contract Attorney at Robert Half Legal and Special Counsel in 2013. Additionally, he served as a Volunteer Attorney at Cabrini Green Legal Aid from 2013 to 2014. His legal career also includes a position as a Legal Intern at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP from 2007 to 2008, and a brief role at Update Legal in 2014.
Corporate Relations Coordinator Role
From 2014 to 2016, Connor Bergman worked as a Corporate Relations Coordinator at Center Theatre Group in the Greater Los Angeles Area. In this position, he was responsible for managing corporate partnerships and fostering relationships that supported the organization's mission. His work in this role contributed to the overall fundraising efforts of the theatre group.
Education and Expertise
Connor Bergman holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, earning a Doctor of Law (J.D.) with a focus on International Law and Legal Studies from 2009 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in both legal and fundraising sectors.
Background
Connor Bergman has a diverse professional background that spans both the legal and fundraising fields. He began his career in law, gaining experience in various legal roles before transitioning to fundraising consulting. His work in different capacities has equipped him with a unique skill set that combines legal knowledge with expertise in non-profit development.