Jay is the Host of the Philanthropy Masterminds Series and has been with DonorSearch for sixteen years. The Masterminds Series is DonorSearch’s all-access pass to the top voices in the world of social good. Every week, we feature live interviews, CFRE-certified webinars, and a deep dive podcast with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers in fundraising, philanthropy, and civil society.

Over his thirty years as a grantmaker, fundraiser, consultant, and serial entrepreneur, Jay has worked with thousands of organizations to identify and pursue billions in fundraising opportunities around the world. He has been recognized as one of America’s Top 10 Fundraising Experts by Philanthropy Media, Top Eight Fundraising Influencers by Elevation Media, Top 25 Fundraising Experts by Nonprofit Fundraising, 30 Nonprofit Tech Influencers to Follow by BizTech, and one of the Top Nonprofit Fundraising Consultants by Double the Donation. In addition to serving as host of the series, he is also a consultant to nonprofits and an advisor to companies serving the philanthropic marketplace. 

Favorite Nonprofit: Interlochen Center for the Arts

Favorite Quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou