Ed Hennessy
About Ed Hennessy
Ed Hennessy serves as the Corporate Relationships Manager for Global Fundraising at Sightsavers, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in developing innovative partnerships and managing key accounts to enhance fundraising initiatives.
Work at Sightsavers
Ed Hennessy has served as the Corporate Relationships Manager for Global Fundraising at Sightsavers since 2014. In this role, he focuses on creating innovative partnerships that include employee fundraising, pro-bono support, and commercial income. Hennessy manages key accounts with significant partners such as People's Postcode Lottery, Paperchase, Optical Express, DIFF, and eBay for Charity. His work involves the development of strategic fundraising initiatives that align with the organization’s commercial objectives.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sightsavers, Ed Hennessy held various positions that contributed to his expertise in fundraising and marketing. He worked at Marie Curie UK as a Digital Commercial Manager from 2010 to 2013 and as a Corporate Account Manager from 2013 to 2014. His earlier experience includes a role as a Marketing Executive at Zipcar, where he worked in both London and Boston from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, he interned at The 7th Chamber for 11 months in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Ed Hennessy studied at the University of Westminster, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Media Consumption, and Production from 2004 to 2007. He also attended Rastrick and a technical college, which provided foundational knowledge in his field. Hennessy specializes in commercial product development and cause-related marketing management, enhancing his ability to create effective partnerships in his current role.
Specializations and Skills
Ed Hennessy specializes in establishing innovative partnerships that drive fundraising efforts. His expertise includes managing corporate relationships, developing strategic fundraising initiatives, and overseeing cause-related marketing. Hennessy’s skill set is instrumental in aligning commercial objectives with fundraising goals, ensuring that partnerships are mutually beneficial and impactful.