Patrick Belcher

After nearly 20 years as a sales leader, Patrick recognized that there was no greater tool for a salesperson than belief and passion for what you represent. While serving the American Red Cross as an Executive Director, he realized the value of fundamental principles in sales and sales leadership and their ability to translate to major gift development

Patrick applies the principals of authentic relationships, strong leadership, a solid strategy, and great storytelling to help organizations find new levels success. In many cases, he has been involved when an organization has its first multi-figure event or makes its first successful multi-figure ask.

In 2021, his book Fundraising Is: Everything Done Before Asking For Money discusses all the planning and infrastructure required before you execute your fundraising activities. The book is the summary of the many articles that Patrick has written for Inside Business magazine of the Virginia Pilot, Bloomerang Donor Management Software, Network Peninsula and other groups.