Katherine Nicholas
About Katherine Nicholas
Katherine Nicholas serves as the Head of Major Donors at Sightsavers, a position she has held since 2020. She has a diverse background in development and management roles across various organizations, including previous positions at Mid Sussex District Council and Glyndebourne Productions Ltd.
Work at Sightsavers
Katherine Nicholas has been serving as the Head of Major Donors at Sightsavers since 2020. In this role, she focuses on cultivating relationships with major donors to support the organization's mission of preventing avoidable blindness and promoting equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Development Manager at Sightsavers from 2017 to 2020, where she contributed to fundraising initiatives and donor engagement strategies.
Previous Experience in Local Government
Before her tenure at Sightsavers, Katherine Nicholas worked at Mid Sussex District Council. She held the position of Leisure Development Manager from 1996 to 2001, where she was responsible for overseeing leisure services and community development projects in Haywards Heath. Earlier in her career, she also served as a Leisure Planning Officer at the same council from 1991 to 1996, focusing on planning and implementing leisure facilities.
Experience in Arts and Culture Sector
Katherine Nicholas has extensive experience in the arts and culture sector, particularly with Glyndebourne Productions Ltd. She worked there in various roles, starting as a Fundraiser from 2003 to 2004, followed by her position as Membership Manager from 2004 to 2007. She then advanced to Deputy Head of Membership and Development from 2007 to 2009. Her work involved managing membership programs and developing fundraising strategies to support the organization.
Business Development Background
Katherine Nicholas has a solid background in business development, having worked at TA Design as the Business Development Manager from 2010 to 2017. In this role, she was responsible for identifying growth opportunities and building client relationships. Her experience in business development complements her skills in fundraising and donor management.
Education and Expertise
Katherine Nicholas studied at Swansea University College of Wales, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Geography. Her educational background provides her with analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of spatial and environmental issues, which she applies in her professional roles.