Dillon Ardabell

Self-directed and driven nonprofit professional with 10+ years of experience on both the volunteer and professional sides of the sector. Proven track record of innovative solutions and piloting new successful programs across all age demographics with a specialty in the youth and young professional fundraising space. Demonstrated success in designing, building and effectively facilitating staff and volunteer trainings nationwide and keeping energy and drive up to show financial and volunteer retention success. Experience in facilitating and organizing nonprofit new staff onboarding programs virtually and in person. As National Director, College & Youth Engagement for the American Cancer Society, provides strategic leadership and facilitates execution of entire college and youth engagement and revenue strategy, with accountability for a $10M income with aggressive revenue growth expectations year over year. Programs include Schools vs Cancer (Elementary), ACS On Campus & Campus Relay For Life (Middle School, High School & College), the overall Youth Sports Program, and other opportunities such as streaming and digital fundraising. Also works with our national youth partnerships as well as growth of potential new partners. P