Donald K. Ross
About Donald K. Ross
Donald K. Ross is the Co-founder and Principal of M+R Strategic Services, specializing in nonprofit performance assessment and campaign strategy development. He has over three decades of experience in strategic consulting and public interest advocacy, with a background in law and education from Fordham University and New York University School of Law.
Work at M+R
Donald K. Ross serves as Co-founder and Principal at M+R Strategic Services, a position he has held since the firm's inception in 1991. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, he specializes in assessing nonprofit performance and developing campaign strategies. M+R Strategic Services is recognized for its strategic consulting and campaign management, focusing on public interest advocacy. Under his leadership, the firm has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations.
Previous Experience at NYPIRG
Prior to founding M+R Strategic Services, Donald K. Ross worked as the Executive Director of the New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) from 1973 to 1982. During his nine years in this role, he was responsible for overseeing the organization’s operations and advocacy efforts. His experience at NYPIRG provided him with a strong foundation in public interest advocacy, which he later applied in his work at M+R.
Education and Expertise
Donald K. Ross holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Philosophy from Fordham University. He also studied at Fordham Preparatory School. In addition to his undergraduate education, he earned a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law in 2013. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in strategic planning and campaign management, equips him with the skills necessary to guide nonprofit organizations in their advocacy efforts.
Background
Donald K. Ross has a long-standing career in nonprofit advocacy and strategic consulting. His journey began with his education at Fordham University and continued through his role at NYPIRG. Since co-founding M+R Strategic Services in 1991, he has focused on enhancing nonprofit performance and developing effective campaign strategies. His work has had a significant impact on public interest advocacy, particularly in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.