Devon Plumberg, Consultant, has over 15 years experience in non-profit management and fundraising. A successful vision-based leadership coach and trainer, she brings great vitality and energy to her consulting assignments.

edward dobmeyer Edward Dobmeyer has worked with TCDF as a communication specialist and campaign manager since 1995. He is the Regional Director in the Atlanta office.

Kelly Newsome McNichols, MPA, has worked with Christian nonprofit organizations and churches for over 8 years. Kelly also brings with her expertise as a licensed REALTOR© and public speaking coach.

mark e. leggett offers a unique background working with various non-profit organizations to achieve strategic operational and financial goals. He also has an extensive understanding of the construction process, from timelines to budgets.

Eileen Akers, graphic designer, has done freelance publication design work for more than 14 years. Previously she was art director for the National Catholic Reporter. She has created artwork for over 100 church capital campaign solicitation brochures.

Jacque Kelly, MBA, Director of Finance, has over 15 years of experience in small business and non-profit financial management consulting. As a volunteer, she assists both churches and parochial schools achieve their financial goals.

Charles E. Leggett has more than 30 years experience as an executive, successful business owner, and financial planner. In addition, he has helped lead and govern churches for the past 20 years.

Tim Sweeny works with religious and nonprofit organizations. With over 12 years of fundraising experience, he has helped hundreds of organizations raise millions of dollars locally and internationally.

Jody Thatch is Administrative Assistant for The Church Development Foundation. She has many years of experience as owner/operator of a neighborhood business center specializing in customer service, project management and problem-solving. She keeps track of a myriad of details to help give our clients the best possible service.

Darryl Prater has for eighteen years served as an Associate Pastor/Worship and Music in the local church. Successfully leading twelve capital campaigns Darryl believes fundraising in the church should be confident, joyful and a hope-filled expression of ministry.  Darryl has been married for 21 years, has one son and lives in Overland Park, Kansas.

Jeff Susor has spent the last ten years assisting faith-based organizations across the country sustain their ministries through effective fundraising, communications and program management. He holds a certificate in fundraising management and serves as Regional Director in TCDF's Chicago office.

Jim Everett, a husband of over 30 years and father of two daughters, brings a strong commitment to faith and to building community. He has a Doctorate in Education from the University of Missouri, and is passionate about personal and organizational development. Jim has served in many leadership positions for his church as well as non-profit and service organizations. He believes in equipping people to do their very best to serve God.

Scott T. Helm, Ph.D. is a Senior Fellow with the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Using his background in economics and nonprofit management, Scott has spent the last five years working with nonprofit organizations. In this area he has assisted organizations with market research, commercialization, program evaluation, business planning, and strategic planning