AUSTIN, TEXAS (July 26, 2017) – A leader in digital strategy and fundraising, Charity Dynamics announced today that Bob Riazzi has joined the Company as the new chief executive officer, effective July 24. Donna Wilkins, Charity Dynamics’ founder and CEO since 2004, will continue to serve on the board of directors as well as participate in the business as founder and owner.
Riazzi joins Charity Dynamics from Austin-based marketing technologies company, ReachForce, where he served as president/CEO and COO for the past 11 years. Under his leadership, ReachForce grew from a start-up to an operation with over 400 customers. Prior to ReachForce, Riazzi held leadership roles at 3Com/Tippingpoint, Dell and AT&T.
“Bob coming aboard is an important milestone for the business,” stated Donna Wilkins. “It’s been wonderful leading the business from starting on my own to where we are today. I’m excited to have the business in a strong place to transition to a new leader. The business will benefit from a new perspective and energy to continue bringing innovative solutions to nonprofit organizations.”
“For the past 13 years, under Donna’s leadership, Charity Dynamics has established itself as a standout, particularly around peer-to-peer and DIY fundraising programs,” commented board member Gregg Burt. “The combination of Charity Dynamics’ position in the market, the reputation of the team, and Bob’s strong track record of delivering an incredible customer experience and value presents a winning combination, and we look forward to the next chapter.”
“Charity Dynamics serves many of the most respected and admired nonprofit organizations. Our clients do really meaningful work and I am thrilled to join such an impressive and innovative digital fundraising services and technologies team to help create more leverage and impact for these important organizations,” says Bob Riazzi. “As CEO, I’m excited to continue Charity Dynamics’ deep commitment to the nonprofit and fundraising community and to evolving innovative services and products like Boundless Fundraising to support our clients successes, while looking toward the company’s growth.”
About Charity Dynamics
Charity Dynamics provides comprehensive online marketing and fundraising solutions for nonprofit organizations. The company’s expert consulting services enable nonprofits to create and implement results-driven fundraising strategies through online programs, live and virtual events, social media and mobile solutions. Organizations using Charity Dynamics’ innovative Boundless Fundraising® solution have raised more than $550 million directly through the suite of applications since it launched in late 2008. Charity Dynamics’ clients include the ALS Association, American Cancer Society and National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For more information, please visit www.charitydynamics.com.