Heather Nelson, MBA, CFRE, is the Founder and President of BridgeRaise, a boutique fundraising consultancy. With her team, Heather specializes in helping non-profits enhance their fundraising efforts by forging corporate partnerships based on aligned values. Under her leadership, BridgeRaise has significantly influenced the nonprofit sector, assisting hundreds of charities in establishing meaningful corporate relationships over the past eight years. With a career entirely dedicated to the non-profit sector, Heather's expertise spans program management, marketing, and fundraising. Notably, she was the pioneering fundraiser at Food Banks Canada, where she developed and expanded the corporate partnership program into a multi-million dollar endeavor. In addition to her professional achievements, Heather is a passionate mentor and educator. She has taught Introduction to Fundraising at Toronto Metropolitan University and is an active member of AFP Golden Horseshoe. Beyond her professional life, Heather enjoys the serenity of nature, spending time with her dog, and embracing the joys of being a hockey mom. She is also an avid LinkedIn user, where she actively engages with the broader community.