Natalie Coles

Natalie Coles is an accomplished organizational leader and fundraising professional with a demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, growth, and management. With over two decades of experience, Coles has held senior executive positions at prominent organizations like Wilberforce University, Flying Horse Farms, and The United Negro College Fund. She has also served in various roles at charitable organizations like the Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland, United Way of Central Ohio, and Starr Commonwealth. Coles holds a Master of Science in Management from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a bachelor's degree in international affairs from Ohio State University. She is also a Certified Fundraising Professional (CFRE) and has completed several specialized courses on fundraising, management, and leadership development.

Coles has honed her skills in managing teams, donor relationship management, corporate engagement, event facilitation, staff training, and mentoring. She is also known for her diversity and inclusion experience and has been a sought-after speaker at conferences and training programs. Coles has received extensive training from prestigious organizations like IMPACT Sales Convention, Starr Commonwealth, United Way of America, and Edith Macy Training. She also holds a certification in effective strategic planning from Holy Cow, LLC.

Coles' interests lie in building sustainable structures, endowment building, effective planned giving, community cultivation, and breaking the ice. She has worked in several sectors, including music industry sales, education, and women's fashion. Coles' expertise in major gift solicitation, grant and RFP development, and strategy development has garnered her a reputation as a visionary leader and effective change agent.