Board Member & Advisory
Board Governance Expertise | Nonprofit Executive Leadership | Philanthropy & Growth Strategy | Reputational Risk & Mission-Driven Governance
Board Member
Bettina Alonso brings extensive experience in nonprofit governance, executive leadership, and fundraising strategy, with a focus on aligning mission, accountability, and philanthropic impact. Her board leadership experience includes nearly nine years as Executive Director of the Alfred E. Smith Foundation, where she led high-profile initiatives and strengthened organizational reach and influence.
Board Engagement & Governance Design
Insights into building boards where trustees feel connected, accountable, and aligned with organizational strategy and mission.
Transformational Fundraising Strategy
Expertise in development programs, major gifts, and cultivating relationships with philanthropic leaders.
Reputational Risk Mitigation
Guidance on strengthening governance frameworks that uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership.
Executive Leadership Alignment
Experience in aligning leadership teams and staff with mission, creating cultures where purpose drives performance.
Major Donor & Trustee Cultivation
Understanding of strategies to foster authentic, mission-centered relationships with trustees and major donors.
Development Infrastructure & Growth
Knowledge of scalable fundraising systems that support long-term revenue and high-performing development teams.
“Fundraising is not about ego—it is about alignment, trust, and mastering the moment when mission meets opportunity.”
Learn From Bettina’s Expertise
Bettina Alonso shares her extensive experience in nonprofit governance, fundraising strategy, and executive leadership, helping boards and teams understand how mission, accountability, and philanthropy intersect to create lasting impact.
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