Rick Perciante, Former Interim Executive Director, Niagara SPCA and Humane Society - Senior Level Executive
TURNING VISION INTO ACTION & EXCEEDING GOALS - I worked with Kim at a previous organization and knew she was a rising star. Years later, when I stepped into an interim leadership role, I needed someone with ideas, drive, and the ability to quickly kick-start a new fundraising venture. Kim was that person.
Not only did we surpass our fundraising targets thanks to her exceptional ability to ‘present the right story about our cause,’ but we also gained a deeper understanding of our donors and increased awareness for our organization. Kim was strategic, provided invaluable guidance, and managed internal staff, vendors, and leadership with grace and efficiency.
Her expertise in philanthropy, marketing, and communications is the perfect blend for any project in the public or private sector.
Paulanne Jushkevich, Foundation President - Connecticut Children’s.
KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARK I have known Kim in many capacities. I met her when I worked at St. Mary's Hospital Foundation in Montreal, and she was one of the top-rated radio personalities in the city. I continued to collaborate with her when I became President & CEO at Royal Victoria Hospital Foundation, and I found her so brilliant to work with, I made it my business to recruit her. Kim is an electric force that leaves every person she meets energized and amazed. Her greatest talent is relationship-building. I have seen her walk into a room of complete strangers, and leave with a full Rolodex. She is a force to be reckoned with. And it's all owing to her incredible sincerity. Kim has a genuineness that cannot be replicated and is a powerhouse when it comes to getting the job done.
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Neil Thornton, President - The Thornton Group of Companies.
INTERGRITY & INNOVATION The rules have changed especially in the not-for-profit world. As more organizations work to lead change, innovate new ways of fund development, and plan for the future, I consider Kim a true thought leader in these dynamic environs. Kim has a gift in seeing the need for learning cultures, community leadership, and dynamic and diverse team development as being critical to success. I always turn to Kim when working with both non-for-profit and for-profit development ideas for my clients and project work. Kim is an innovative and dynamic leader always willing to step up with myself or any of my clients, and I highly recommend her work and integrity.
Shelley Dix, District Vice President (Retired) - Meridian Credit Union.
DRIVING MEANINGFUL CHANGE Kim is a true leader and community champion with whom I have had the honour of working with for six years. Through collaboration and creativity, grassroots campaigns were created, drove brand, made an impact and solved a problem. From high energy kick off’s to wrap up event’s and everything in between, Kim’s leadership and vision allowed our partnerships to thoughtfully grow each year. What truly sets Kim apart is her ability to elevate everyone around her. She values the contributions of others, polishes ideas, and fosters an environment where people feel empowered to go above and beyond. The result is not just a successful campaign, but a movement that leaves a lasting impact. Kim Rossi is a philanthropic force that you want on your team.
Bryan Rose, CEO - Niagara Community Foundation.
TRUSTED, PROVEN, EXPERIENCED The fundraising world is a small one… especially in the Niagara region. Having known and worked with Kim for nearly a decade, I can attest to the fact that she is an exceptional fundraising professional. I have no doubt that she would bring tremendous value and would be a remarkable partner and resource for any philanthropic organization. If you are looking for someone to share their breadth & depth of philanthropic knowledge in all aspects of their development work, Kim is your person. Not only is Kim energetic, strategic, experienced and insightful, she has a work ethic that is second-to-none.
Betty-Lou Souter, CEO - Community Care, St.Catharines & Thorold
UNIQUE PHILANTHROPY I have known and worked with Kim for the past decade at many different levels within the community, she is someone I am proud to call a colleague and friend. Kim has always demonstrated a keen understanding of community, and passion for encouraging and uplifting others while sharing her exceptional talents empowering them to be the best that they can be. She is in a league of her own when it comes to creative philanthropy which truly speaks to who she is.
Ruth Unrau, Entrepreneur - Community Builder, Gender Equity Advocate, Radio Host.
HOUSEHOLD NAME, BRANDING Working alongside Kim when I was the Board Chair was a transformative experience at Pathstone Foundation. Her strategic insights and unwavering commitment to our mission drove impactful initiatives forward and Pathstone became a key brand in our community. Her ability to foster collaboration and drive meaningful change makes her an invaluable asset to any organization. I wholeheartedly endorse her for any future endeavours.