Alexander Ross Group

Satisfied Clients

"Shannon did a deep dive into our whole NIU Foundation program, interviewing stakeholders from across the university. She assessed where we were already excelling and identified strategies—structural and process—we could employ to improve. A strength Shannon brings is the breadth and depth of her experience. She has successfully worked with an array of nonprofits and it’s been so valuable to me to think more creatively: try strategies different from those traditional to higher education."
Ray Earl-Jackson,
Executive Director, College-Based Advancement at Northern Illinois University
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"I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Shannon in multiple capacities throughout her career—at the Museum of Science and Industry and most recently at Kellogg School of Management. She is a deft fundraiser and an insightful, results-driven consultant. To each endeavor, she delivers astute strategy and perspective. Whether working with high-level volunteers, executives, philanthropists, civic leaders or staff members, her counsel is vibrant and highly-effective."
W. James Farrell,
Retired Chairman and CEO, ITW + Former Co-Chair Capital Campaign Kellogg School of Management and Former Chair Capital Campaign Museum of Science and Industry
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“Shannon’s approach is patient and direct. She makes recommendations that are both aspirational, effectual, and feasible. Shannon’s own extensive development and leadership experience enables her to easily understand both my day-to-day and long-term challenges, opportunities, and goals. Her advice has helped me become a more effective fundraiser and leader.”
Jennifer Bell
Vice President of Development, Chicago Public Media
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“Shannon Alexander was instrumental to the success of MSI’s Science Rediscovered Capital Campaign. She has a strong knowledge of both the science and art of fundraising, along with exceptional leadership and management skills. Shannon’s ability to think strategically and creatively is an asset to the not-for-profit organizations with whom she consults.”
David R. Mosena
Former President and CEO, Museum of Science and Industry
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“Shannon is a brilliant strategist, capacity-builder, and coach. Her inspired leadership and expertise has excited our entire staff and board about fundraising. All the while, she’s given us the tools to succeed with donors. Her work has been transformative for our organization, and ultimately, for the youth and families we serve.”
Seth Green
Former CEO of Y.O.U. and Founding Director Baumhart Center: Loyola University Chicago
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"Shannon's consulting work with METROsquash has been transformative. As a young organization embarking on its first capital campaign, Shannon's process-oriented approach is providing much needed discipline and structure. She is equally adept working with staff as she is with board members and prospective funders. Her advice commands immediate respect, is grounded in real-world application and comes from a deep reservoir of knowledge and experience. Shannon's counsel ensured that we completed a successful campaign."
David Kay
Executive Director, METROsquash
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