Joe Rosenthal CFRE

Joe Rosenthal CFRE is the Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives at The Harker School and The Harker Venture Investment Initiative.13 He plays a key role in several important initiatives at the school:

Harker Venture Investment Initiative

Joe Rosenthal announced the establishment of The Harker Venture Investment Initiative and the associated Mehta Scholar Program.1 This initiative includes:

• Creation of The Harker Venture Investment Pool
• Opportunity for advanced business/entrepreneurship and economics students to work with experienced professionals on early-stage investments
• Focus on investing primarily in alumni-founded companies
• Leveraging Harker's network of parents, alumni, and students passionate about entrepreneurship and venture investment

Capital Fund and Fundraising

Rosenthal is involved in Harker's capital fundraising efforts:

• He is a point of contact for those interested in making capital gifts to the school2
• Works on initiatives like the $5M Capital Matching Gift Challenge, where donations to the Capital Fund are matched by the Mehta family2

Background and Expertise

• Holds a B.A. in Finance from Santa Clara University4
• Has the CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) credential, indicating expertise in philanthropic fundraising3
• Specializes in independent school management, fundraising, and strategic planning3

Joe Rosenthal's role involves overseeing strategic initiatives that enhance Harker's educational programs, support alumni, and strengthen the school's financial position through innovative fundraising and investment programs.