Simply put, Ian Adair builds successful nonprofits. Ian is a three-time nonprofit CEO, leadership, fund development, and nonprofit management expert. Ian has raised tens of millions of dollars by focusing on ONE strategy - Winning Donor Attention.

Ian introduced the nonprofit sector  to the concept of Attention-Focused Fundraising in order to help nonprofits break through the noise, improve donor retention and engagement, and win what donors value most- their time!

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Ian is a speaker, author, and advocate concerning mental health awareness and addressing mental health in the workplace. Ian is the author of the book Stronger Than Stigma, A Call To Action - Stories of Grief, Loss, and Inspiration!

Ian's keynotes and training sessions are well known in the nonprofit  industry for their high energy, radical candor, and humor. Ian is sought after for his tell it like it is style, tactical advice, and for tailoring every keynote and workshop to the needs of the audience in front of him.

Ian launched Strategy 27 to share the value of his experience with organizations and professionals struggling in an ever changing philanthropic landscape.
 

Services Include:

• Conference keynotes and workshops.

• Strategic planning 

• Website, digital and social media content audit.

• Board training and education

• Employee recognition and engagement program development.

• Mental health and wellness program design.

Fundraising Strategy

​Board Development 

Digital & Social Media

Succession Planning

Nonprofit Leadership

Employee Engagement & Retention

Mental Health Awareness

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion