Lisa Masters, MBA, Cfre
About Lisa Masters, MBA, Cfre
Lisa Masters, MBA, CFRE, serves as the Senior Director at CCS Fundraising, where she specializes in noncash asset giving and donor engagement strategies. With a strong background in development roles at various educational institutions and nonprofits, she has extensive experience in campaign management and revenue enhancement for nonprofits.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Lisa Masters has been serving as Senior Director at CCS Fundraising since 2022. In this role, she focuses on providing campaign management to nonprofits of various sizes. She evaluates data to identify key prospects and guides organizations in donor engagement and solicitation strategies. Her expertise in noncash asset giving allows her to assist donors in ensuring their impact continues beyond their lifetime.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Masters earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Southwest Baptist University, studying from 1983 to 1987. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Saint Louis University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2019. Her educational background supports her specialization in noncash asset giving and her ability to conduct gift planning assessments and feasibility studies.
Background in Development Roles
Lisa has held several significant positions in development within the nonprofit sector. She worked at Saint Louis University in various capacities, including Development Officer and Development Director for the Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology. Her tenure at Saint Louis University spanned from 2012 to 2021. Additionally, she served as Senior Development Officer at Mercy for one year and as Associate Director of Development at the Arts and Education Council of Greater St. Louis.
Previous Experience and Entrepreneurship
Before her roles in nonprofit development, Lisa was the Owner of Stampin' Up! from 1998 to 2009. She also worked as Major Gifts Officer at Southern Illinois University from 1993 to 1995. These experiences contributed to her comprehensive understanding of fundraising and donor relations, enhancing her capabilities in her current role.
Guidance and Training for Nonprofits
Lisa Masters provides customized development and leadership training to nonprofits. She guides organizations in donor engagement and solicitation strategies, helping them to effectively increase their revenue. Her approach includes conducting gift planning assessments and feasibility studies, which are essential for strategic planning in fundraising efforts.