Brian Zumbano

Brian Zumbano is a senior-level nonprofit professional with a strong background in principal gifts, project leadership, and team management.

He excels in innovative thinking and has experience in developing new strategies for donor identification, staffing, and reporting to enhance fundraising outcomes.

His ability to foster collaborations with a wide range of stakeholders both internally and externally has contributed to significant success in fundraising efforts.

Brian's educational journey includes a HS Diploma from Christian Brothers Academy, Professional Certificate in Global Affairs from New York University, Master's degree in Strategic Communications from Columbia University, Master's degree in World History from New York University, and Bachelor's degree in English from Boston College.

Throughout his career, Brian has held key positions such as Vice President and Chief Development and Stewardship Officer at The San Diego Foundation, Senior Executive Director of Development at UC San Diego Health System, Executive Director of Development at UC San Diego Health System, Director of Development at Columbia University Medical Center, and Development Officer at New York University.

His earlier roles include serving as a Structured Settlement Specialist at Cambridge Galaher Settlements, Research Analyst at Brown Brothers Harriman, Section Editor at The Metrowest Daily News, and Reporter/Assistant Editor at The Daily Advance.