Our Team
Our Team

President
Raleigh, NC
- Capital Campaigns
- Executive Search
- Major Gift Solutions
- Strategy & Outcomes
- Training
Derric Bakker, MBA

Derric Bakker, MBA
President
Raleigh, NC
Derric Bakker is one of those rare individuals who has been in fundraising for almost his entire career. In 1990 – just a couple years out of college – Derric was offered opportunity to serve as Development Director for a…

Founder
Bozeman, MT
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Church Campaigns
- Training
Clark Dickerson, EdD

Clark Dickerson, EdD
Founder
Bozeman, MT
With 45 years of experience in fund raising and 37 years as a fund-raising consultant for Christian organizations, Clark Dickerson has personally provided counsel for hundreds of organizations on virtually all development topics. Clark is known for his hands on…

Chief of Staff
Indianapolis, IN
- Capital Campaigns
- Executive Search
- Marketing & Communications
Mindy Dickerson McKinley, MBA

Mindy Dickerson McKinley, MBA
Chief of Staff
Indianapolis, IN
Since Mindy was a child she has been involved in fundraising and sharing the gospel for Christ in one way or another. From three to twelve years old she was the principal character on “The Filling Station”, a television program…

Senior Vice President, Fundraising Solutions
Knoxville, TN
- Annual Fund Development
- Impact Messaging
- Major Donor Communications
- Major Donor Events
- Major Gift Solutions
- Strategy & Outcomes
Andrew Olsen, CFRE

Andrew Olsen, CFRE
Senior Vice President, Fundraising Solutions
Knoxville, TN
Andrew Olsen is on a mission to help leaders increase mission impact by developing healthy cultures that accelerate revenue growth. Throughout his career, he’s helped over 500 ministries and other nonprofits raise more than half a billion dollars. Andrew has…

Senior Vice President
Finance & Administration
Finance & Administration
Raleigh, NC
- Administration
- Finance
- Operations
Jolene Waitt

Jolene Waitt
Senior Vice President
Finance & Administration
Raleigh, NC
Jolene has become the cornerstone of our team since her beginnings with Dickerson, Bakker & Associates. Jolene has over 20 years’ experience in executive administration and finance, event coordination & hospitality. Canadian born & raised, Jolene and her husband now call Raleigh, NC home. When she’s not coming to the rescue of her co-workers, Jolene enjoys spending time with her husband of 30 years, their 3 married children, 2 grandsons, and of course Finley, the newest 4-legged member of her growing family.

Partner | Senior Vice President
Client Partnership
Client Partnership
Dallas, TX
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Grant Development
- Major Gift Solutions
- Marketing & Communications
- Strategy & Outcomes
Jeff Crabtree

Jeff Crabtree
Partner | Senior Vice President
Client Partnership
Dallas, TX
Jeff loves getting the opportunity each day to help ministries, whose work revolves around making much of Christ, grow their mission and vision through improved funding. “My passion is helping ministry executive and development leadership identify areas of great opportunity, formulate the plan to make it a reality, and then bring it to fruition.”, he says.

Senior Vice President, Campaign Services
Dallas, TX
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
Jeff Cathey, CFRE, CFRM

Jeff Cathey, CFRE, CFRM
Senior Vice President, Campaign Services
Dallas, TX
Jeff comes to the firm with nearly 20 years of major gift fundraising and development experience within the non-profit and higher education sectors. He also has a strong retail management and small business ownership background that has shaped his client…

Partner | Group Vice President
Rescue Missions
Rescue Missions
Raleigh, NC
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Donor Communications
- Major Donor Events
- Major Gift Solutions
- Training
Shawn Saunders, CFRE, MA, MA

Shawn Saunders, CFRE, MA, MA
Partner | Group Vice President
Rescue Missions
Raleigh, NC
Shawn has more than 15 years experience in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership. In 2008, he transitioned from a sales career to the non-profit sector to serve as Director of Development at a local Rescue Mission where he had been volunteering…

Group Vice President
Grant Services
Grant Services
Atlanta, GA
- Grant Development
- Training
David Broussard, GPC

David Broussard, GPC
Group Vice President
Grant Services
Atlanta, GA
David has been a certified grant professional (GPC) since 2009 and has worked in the non-profit development field since 1997. He has led organizations in areas such as prospect research and management, direct response fundraising, and institutional funding and has…

Group Vice President
DickersonBakker Executive Search
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Atlanta, GA
- Executive Search
- Project Management
Amber Christoferson

Amber Christoferson
Group Vice President
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Atlanta, GA
Amber Christoferson brings to the team of DickersonBakker Executive Search more than a decade of combined experience in corporate executive recruiting and non-profit leadership. As Group Vice President of DickersonBakker Executive Search, her leadership role unites her two professional passions…

Group Vice President
New Orleans, LA
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
- Strategy & Outcomes
Kurt Appel

Kurt Appel
Group Vice President
New Orleans, LA
Kurt has over twenty years’ successful experience in conducting capital campaigns. He began his career in consulting with Cargill Associates, one of the longest-serving capital campaign consulting firms in the nation. Cargill Associates recently merged with DickersonBakker, and Kurt was promoted…

Vice President, Executive Services
DickersonBakker Executive Search
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Nashville, TN
- Executive Search
Cole Costanzo, MA

Cole Costanzo, MA
Vice President, Executive Services
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Nashville, TN
Cole has been serving in leadership with the DickersonBakker family of firms since 2015. Originally hired as the Vice President of Strategy and Outcomes and then promoted to firm Senior Vice President and Consulting Team Lead, he had the privilege…

Vice President, Client Services
Raleigh, NC
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
Randy Bronkema

Randy Bronkema
Vice President, Client Services
Raleigh, NC
Randy helps leaders of Christian organizations rise to the next level through focused vision and fundraising. He says, “Only the Gospel is going to change culture.” Randy coaches today’s nonprofit leaders to be better and smarter about what they do,…

Vice President, Client Services
New Orleans, LA
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Donor Communications
- Major Gift Solutions
- Strategy & Outcomes
Jason J. Caniglia, MPA, CFRM

Jason J. Caniglia, MPA, CFRM
Vice President, Client Services
New Orleans, LA
Jason joined DickersonBakker in 2020 as Vice President, Client Services. With nearly three decades of major gift fundraising experience, Caniglia has played a leadership role in securing more than $660 Million for Non-Profits and leading high-performing teams to secure an…

Vice President, Client Services
Boise, ID
- Annual Fund Development
- Executive Search
- Major Gift Solutions
Barbara Bowman

Barbara Bowman
Vice President, Client Services
Boise, ID
Barbara has more than 30 years of experience in nonprofit management and corporate career management, including nine years as the vice-president of advancement for a $46 million global faith-based nonprofit. Prior to that she served ten years with a large…

Senior Development Consultant
Edmond, OK
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
Chad Haney

Chad Haney
Senior Development Consultant
Edmond, OK
Chad has nearly 20 years of fundraising experience in major gifts, fund development, and campaigns. He has worked with organizations in the higher education, human services, public media, and healthcare sectors. He believes in using technology to help strengthen fundraising…

Senior Development Consultant
Atlanta, GA
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
Tom Wood, MBA, CFRE

Tom Wood, MBA, CFRE
Senior Development Consultant
Atlanta, GA
For 35 years, Tom has led development programs at two international ministries, a foundation, and several educational institutions, including 20 years at private schools. He has recruited and trained high-performing development teams that have raised over one billion dollars through…

Senior Development Consultant
Indianapolis, IN
- Annual Fund Development
- Major Donor Communications
- Major Donor Events
- Major Gift Solutions
- Research
Steve Trautman

Steve Trautman
Senior Development Consultant
Indianapolis, IN
Steve has been in fundraising for close to seven years focusing on major giving with experience in planned giving and annual fund development. He served as executive director of development for DePauw University and oversaw the major gifts team. During…

Senior Development Consultant
Cashiers, NC
- Grant Development
- Research
- Strategy & Outcomes
- Training
Todd Nichols, MBA

Todd Nichols, MBA
Senior Development Consultant
Cashiers, NC
Todd Nichols brings over 25 years experience to the DickersonBakker Grant Services team. His career spans across the globe including assisting philanthropists with project due diligence and evaluation, and nonprofits with grant development and project funding. Todd’s primary focus is…

Senior Development Consultant
Canton, GA
- Administration
- Grant Development
- Research
- Strategy & Outcomes
- Training
Amanda Day, GPC

Amanda Day, GPC
Senior Development Consultant
Canton, GA
Like most every grant professional, Amanda fell into the field through no fault of her own. She quickly discovered that grant work fit her personality and skills, and since 2001 she’s been writing, managing, and training with the best of…

Senior Consultant
DickersonBakker Executive Search
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Pinehurst, NC
- Executive Search
Ron Infinger

Ron Infinger
Senior Consultant
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Pinehurst, NC
Ron’s professional career includes over 30 years of retained executive search and consulting experience, successfully conducting engagements for a broad array of clients ranging from non-profits and academics to financial services and electric utilities. His underlying focus has and continues…

Director of Marketing
Dallas, TX
- Marketing & Communications
- Media
Melanie Griffin

Melanie Griffin
Director of Marketing
Dallas, TX
Melanie is a graduate of the University of Central Florida and joined the Dickerson, Bakker & Associates team in 2022 as Director of Marketing. Melanie has 15+ years of experience in marketing and specializes in branding, digital marketing, integrated campaigns,…

Marketing Specialist
Austin, TX
- Marketing Systems
- Media
Matthew Mikus

Matthew Mikus
Marketing Specialist
Austin, TX
Matthew graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a degree in advertising in May of 2021 and got married to his wife Lauren shortly after. Matthew has 6+ years of experience with graphic design, branding, social media marketing,…

Data Systems Manager
Raleigh, NC
- Data Systems
- Fundraising Solutions
- Marketing Systems
- Tech & IT
Brennan Waitt

Brennan Waitt
Data Systems Manager
Raleigh, NC
Brennan joined the team at DickersonBakker in October 2022. He holds an A.A.S. in Software & Web Development and has a strong passion for technology. He enjoys being able to serve those around him in any way he can, even…

Account Director
Temecula, CA
- Agency Services
- Fundraising Solutions
Victoria Mannoia, MBA

Victoria Mannoia, MBA
Account Director
Temecula, CA
Victoria is an award-winning marketer and fundraiser with a passion for seeing organizations with heart, thrive. Her career started in the nonprofit space, so she understands what it means to live and breathe the mission of an organization while tirelessly…

Production & Fulfillment Manager
Fredericksburg, VA
- Agency Services
- Fundraising Solutions
- Project Management
Susan Hayden

Susan Hayden
Production & Fulfillment Manager
Fredericksburg, VA
Susan began her career in 1998 at the assistant level in the print production industry. She quickly rose through the ranks of print-production, lettershop, and project management before moving into agency services and direct mail. Here she added design, budgeting, reporting,…

Project Management Coordinator
Grand Rapids, MI
- Agency Services
- Fundraising Solutions
- Project Management
Jessica Van Dyk

Jessica Van Dyk
Project Management Coordinator
Grand Rapids, MI
Jessica graduated from Calvin College and joined the DickersonBakker team in April of 2023. She has over 8 years of experience in project management and has worked with non-profits and community-centered organizations in various strategic planning roles for most of…

Director of Consulting Operations
Euless, TX
- Administration
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Church Campaigns
- Finance
- Operations
- Project Management
- Research
- Systems Support
- Training
Sandy Fite

Sandy Fite
Director of Consulting Operations
Euless, TX
Sandy Fite serves DickersonBakker as the Director of Consulting Operations, working collaboratively with consultants and team members. Through her role, Sandy continuously seeks to improve the efficiency of how we deliver our services, providing a platform for our consultants to…

Sr. Client Service Specialist
Fort Worth, TX
- Operations
- Systems Support
Alex Singleton

Alex Singleton
Sr. Client Service Specialist
Fort Worth, TX
Alex joined the team at DickersonBakker in July 2022 as a Client Service Specialist, providing support to consultants and team members. She graduated from the University of North Texas in 2013 with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education and enjoyed…

Client Service Specialist
Dallas, TX
- Operations
- Systems Support
Raqir Black

Raqir Black
Client Service Specialist
Dallas, TX
Raqir joined DickersonBakker as a Client Service Specialist in January 2023. Although new to the fundraising sector, he has worked in local government, healthcare, and business consulting. His background, and array of experiences, enable Raqir to communicate with, assess, and empower clients…

Recruitment Sourcing Specialist
DickersonBakker Executive Search
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Wyoming, MI
- Administration
- Executive Search
- Project Management
Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett
Recruitment Sourcing Specialist
DickersonBakker Executive Search
Wyoming, MI
Jill joined the team at DickersonBakker in January, 2020. Sensing an internal shift to vocational ministry, Jill transitioned careers in 2013 after 25 years in the financial services industry. Fundraising consulting combined her vast financial services experience with her desire…

Client Development Specialist
Dallas, TX
- Administration
- Marketing & Communications
- Sales
Errica Myers

Errica Myers
Client Development Specialist
Dallas, TX
Errica joined the DickersonBakker family in August 2022, bringing tremendous expertise in the area of client relationship building. Errica proudly served our country in the Marine Corps and through that experience learned the value of honor, courage, and commitment. She…

Accounting Specialist
Raleigh, NC
- Administration
Rachael Wheeler

Rachael Wheeler
Accounting Specialist
Raleigh, NC
Rachael brings experience in a variety of fields with a focus on nonprofit work including the North Carolina State Education Lottery, as well as office manager for a local church & the Coastal Pines Girl Scouts. Rachael is an alumna…

Administrative Specialist
Raleigh, NC
- Administration
Julia Griffin

Julia Griffin
Administrative Specialist
Raleigh, NC
Julia joined the team at DickersonBakker in November, 2022. She is currently attending NC State University where she studies business management and chemistry. Julia is originally from the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina near Asheville, where she managed a…

Senior Development Consultant
Fort Wayne, IN
- Annual Fund Development
- Capital Campaigns
- Major Gift Solutions
Rich Cummins, MA, CFRE

Rich Cummins, MA, CFRE
Senior Development Consultant
Fort Wayne, IN
With more than twenty-years of senior leadership and c-suite experience, Rich is a life-long learner who is oriented toward growth and constantly pursues ways to challenge himself, others, and organizations to lead with excellence. As such, he has earned…

CEO Coach
Orlando, FL
- CEO Coaching
Roy Peterson

Roy Peterson
CEO Coach
Orlando, FL
Working with non-profit leaders has been a deep passion for Roy. Before joining DickersonBakker as a CEO Coach, he served as President/CEO of Wycliffe Bible Translators, American Bible Society, and The Seed Company. Prior to these executive roles spanning over…

Consultant
Impact Messaging Media
Impact Messaging Media
Atlanta GA
- Major Donor Events
- Media
Dave Ball

Dave Ball
Consultant
Impact Messaging Media
Atlanta GA
Dave’s professional career includes almost 15 years’ experience managing creative and production services for dozens of successful major donor weekend events, which have collectively raised tens of millions of dollars. Also an accomplished videographer, Dave has traveled the world chronicling the impact of mission. Dave is a story-teller at heart, with a knack for boiling down complex ministries to a concise narrative, peppered with strong emotional content to help move people’s hearts and to drive them to invest.