"Connie Isaacson brings a wealth of experience and a habit of
success to benefit mission driven organizations. It has been my
pleasure to have worked with and observed Connie over nearly two
decades of service to a number of organizations. Among her unique
talents are an unusual ability to insert complete honesty into the
dialogue, seemingly boundless energy, lively curiosity, excellent
planning skills, and a dedication to implementation of a plan. She has
been a valuable resource to many worthy causes."Ivan Lyddon
Retired President, Iowa Health Foundation
"Connie is a consummate professional who brings well-developed
skills of planning, donor development and community knowledge to the
table. I have known Connie professionally for more than 25 years and I
continue to be inspired by her leadership, proactive and thoughtful
consideration of challenges and unique ideas in moving forward. Her
hands-on fundraising success as well as management of the fundraising
process is superior and strengthened by her in depth knowledge of our
community. Connie works hard and has achieved great success while
earning and maintaining the respect of her peers, colleagues and
community leaders."Nancy Bobo, CFRE
Vice President of Development & Marketing, Orchard Place
"I have never met a more talented development professional than
Connie Isaacson and I consider myself fortunate to have worked closely
with her. Connie is the type of person who makes you feel like an old
friend within a few minutes of meeting her. Yet, her relaxed and
welcoming personality is coupled with an incredibly high drive for
excellence and a deep passion to make the world a better place. It's
nearly impossible not to like Connie and equally difficult not to want
to support the causes she promotes."Heather Starr
North Starr Communications, LLC
"I had the opportunity to work with Connie at the Des Moines Art Center. She was particularly adept at empowering volunteers to take ownership of development goals. Connie's inside experience with a wide range of not for profits gives her an edge when working with clients. She is thorough as well as innovative in delivering ethical strategies for success."Mary Kelly
Des Moines Art Center, Board of Directors and Development Committee Chair
"Connie Isaacson knows the art of donor engagement. I saw this while working with her as colleagues at Blank Children's Hospital in Des Moines. From implementation of one of the state's largest healthcare capital campaigns to hosting multiple grand opening events, Connie shared a genuine passion and ever present positive approach with donors at all levels."Lynne YontzDirector of Investor Relations, United Way of Central Iowa
"I have experienced and observed the work of Connie Isaacson for
nearly 15 years. I consider Connie a consummate professional, able to
relate to a variety of audiences, from Board members to executive
directors to donors to volunteers. Connie’s experience in developing
fundraising and sustainability plans and executing development programs
would be beneficial to any nonprofit organization. In addition, her
follow-through and commitment to providing an excellent work product
are unparalleled."Kristi Knous
V.P. Donor Relations and Community Investment, Greater Des Moines Community Foundation
"Connie Isaacson’s vision and action on behalf of the book sale
volunteers was simply phenomenal and we are indebted to her. She found
the right person to fund a new facility for the book sale volunteers
and having the donor agree was simply an act of genius. Sometimes
volunteers need a champion to help make things better, and Connie was
surely that champion. She also exemplifies vision, skill and tenacity
in getting things done."Annette Cech
Past Planned Parenthood Board member and Book Sale Chair