Who We Are : Support Team

Chris Bishop

- Graphic Design
Chris has 17 years in creative direction. He has worked on large and small accountskeeping each project on strategy. His belief system is to keep it brilliant,brief and on brand. Chris has also taught at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. (top)

Jessica Gorecki - Project Manager

Jessica Gorecki, Project Manager provides excellent client service through her attention to detail, sound organizational skills and ability to streamline processes. Jessica creates and executes project work plans, revising them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Her ability to identify required resources and assign individual responsibilities is evident as she manages the day-to-day operational aspects and scope of projects.

Jessica is a dependable self-starter with very strong computer expertise, exceptional written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills. An energetic, hands-on professional, knowledgeable in all areas of the business process, she brings a wealth of experience in document control, meeting and event facilitation, effectively communicating relevant project information, and delivering engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.(top)

 

Kathy Kautz

- Research
Kathy joinedThe Legacy Group in 2002. Kathy hasserved as Grants Manager for private philanthropists and corporate giving programs, ProjectManager for consultants to the non-profit world, as well as writer and editorfor various Legacy publications. Sheprovides excellent client service through her attention to detail and abilityto simplify the complex. Prior tojoining The Legacy Group, Kathy served as Trustee and Parish Council Presidentat her church, Coordinator of Child and Youth Ministry Programs for twoparishes, and earned her Advanced Religious Education Certification from theArchdiocese of Milwaukee. Kathy holds aBachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Wisconsin –Whitewater. (top)

Mike Luedke

- Web Design & Development
Mikeis co-founder of Vilcorp, Inc. and has several years of experienceproviding service and supportto interactive media clients. He is the client’s advocate tointeractive development teams during their project. He has projectmanaged teams inAsia, Europe, India, and the U.S.A. Mike’s focus on scope, budget, andtimeline issues assists in keeping interactive projects cost effectiveand highvalue. Mike also actively researches new search and interactivemarketing techniques in order to help plan, execute, and analyze clientcampaigns. (top)

Craig Nauta

- Advisor
Craig is experienced in operations and public relations through leadership roles in numerous organizations. Serving 14 years as Executive Vice President of Mustard Seed Foundation, Craig worked with stakeholders to develop collaborative outcomes consistent with the organization's vision. Craig has conducted reviews with nonprofit organizations in 20 countries, developing a network of leaders in an array of geographic, economic, and cultural contexts. Craig expanded granting programs from $100,000 to $5 million through over 500 grants annually and established and managed scholarship initiatives with leading universities and colleges, including a national Fellowship program for societal leadership in government. His experience also includes the restructure and expansion of a child and adolescent health care services operation and the formation and development of Association research and philanthropy.(top)

Dawn Nuoffer

- Grant Writing & Research
Dawn specializes in resource development andgrant writing. Dawn believes that creativity and innovation can effective and cost-efficient results in areas where traditional methodsfall short and that a consultant has to truly understand client needs before youcan understand and communicate the mission of the organization being served.

Dawn excels in the areas of creative and technical writingto include: private, public and government grants; direct mail correspondence;internal and external communication pieces; website copy; as well asorganizational and fund development plans and supporting documents. Dawn’sstrengths also include graphic design and photo layout, research, databasemanagement and staff training.

Dawn imparts extreme attention to detail, honesty and integrityin everything she does. The focus is on the message; the focus is onthe people; the focus is on the individual impact -– “bringing together people,united under one cause, working towards one goal.”(top)

Jamee Stanley

- Donor Prospect Research
Jamee specializes in wealth assessment and social network analysis for not-for-profit organizations. Jamee oversees the firm’s Donor Network Analysis products, offering organizations helpful insight into the power of relationships to enhance donor cultivation. (top) 

Daniel Vilione

- Web Design & Development
Dan is President and Lead Developer of Vilcorp, Inc. He has 10+ years ofexperience in web design and web application development. Dan isfocused on delivering high value, custom web based technology solutionsthat are functionally integrated, user friendly, and aestheticallypleasing. He specializes in designing and programming contentmanagement systems in a variety of platforms for clients to administerto their own website, in addition to managing local and internationalteams for web design and development projects. (top)

Chuck Zellermayer

- Accounting & Financial Management
Chuck is anaccounting professional with over 35 years experience in public accounting andmanagement serving clients in both the not-for-profit and for-profit worlds.Chuck’s background in organizational management and accounting for mid-sizenonprofits combined with his interest in under-served communities positions himas a trusted advisor. Chuck served on Governor TommyThompson’s committee for Faith Based Initiatives; a groundbreaking effort tounite State government and faith communities to answer the ever growing needsof at-risk populations throughout Wisconsin. Currently he serves on the Board of Directorsfor the Trustees of Funds and Endowments for the Episcopal Diocese ofMilwaukee. High levels of clientservice, attention to detail and a desire to provide clients with the financialmanagement tools that allow them to direct their energies to their missions areChuck’s goals. (top)