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As a Top Rated Plus fundraising strategist and grant writer with a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management and 14+ years of experience, I partner with mission-driven organizations to build sustainable funding, strengthen their development efforts, and grow with stability and intention. I’ve worked with nonprofits across sectors including international aid, healthcare, youth services, teen services, military family support, animal welfare, food security, medical research, the arts, and community-based initiatives. Throughout my career, I’ve helped raise over $5M through fundraising events and campaigns, while also supporting grant-funded programs and organizational expansion. Here are the ways that I typically support clients: Grant writing and funding strategy - Includes grant research aligned with your mission and eligibility; Full proposal development (foundation, corporate, and select government funding); Clear, compelling narratives that communicate your impact; Application management and submission support; Building a realistic, strategic grant pipeline Fundraising campaigns and development strategy- Including End-of-year and Giving Tuesday campaigns; Year-round fundraising planning and campaign calendars; Peer-to-peer and crowdfunding campaigns; Awareness and seasonal campaigns; Donor journey mapping and engagement strategy Content and development support- Includes Fundraising emails and appeal letters; Donor communications and newsletters; Annual report drafting and design; Website and campaign messaging; Development process improvement and workflow support Advising and capacity building- Includes Training for staff and leadership on fundraising best practices; Strategic consulting for growing or evolving organizations; Support for early-stage nonprofits building their development function I’ve grown up in the nonprofit world, starting as a volunteer and working my way into leadership roles, so I understand how organizations actually function behind the scenes. I know what it’s like to work with limited time, limited staff, and big goals. Because of that, everything I create is designed to be realistic, actionable, and aligned with your capacity. Not just ideas that sound good but strategies you can actually implement and sustain. I also stay current on fundraising trends and best practices through continued professional development, so you’re getting approaches that are both proven and relevant. If you’re looking for someone who can step in as a true partner in your fundraising, I’d love to connect!

I help venture-backed and bootstrapped startups build FP&A models, manage cash runway, and raise capital. I specialize in investor-grade financial models founders actually use to make decisions. I’m a senior finance and operations leader who works with startups and high-growth companies as a Fractional CFO. I focus on the financial work that directly impacts outcomes: cash runway visibility, FP&A clarity, and fundraising readiness. My models are built to support real decisions by founders, executives, and investors — not to sit unused in spreadsheets. I’ve supported companies across seed through growth stages, helping teams understand their numbers, plan scenarios, and communicate financials clearly to stakeholders. To date, I’ve helped companies raise $54M+ using models I built or rebuilt. 🔑 What I Actually Help With FP&A & Financial Modeling • 3-statement financial models • Cash flow & runway forecasting • Hiring, pricing, and burn scenarios • Board- and investor-ready outputs Fundraising Support • Pre-seed, seed, and growth-stage models • Investor Q&A prep • Sensitivity and scenario analysis • Model cleanup before diligence Fractional / Interim CFO Work • Financial infrastructure & reporting • Budgeting and forecasting cadence • KPI definition and tracking • Cross-functional decision support 🚩 Common Engagements Clients typically bring me in to: • Build or fix a fundraising model • Understand runway and burn tradeoffs • Prepare financials for investors or the board • Add senior finance leadership without a full-time CFO 🧠 How I Work I design decision-ready financial tools that match how leadership teams actually operate. That means clarity over complexity, flexibility over rigid models, and outputs that answer real questions — fast. If you need clean FP&A, better cash visibility, or investor-grade modeling, I’m happy to help.

Project Management & Delivery An insurance, reinsurance professional with more than 17 years of experience in Catastrophe Risk management, underwriting assistance and Data analytics and a business consultant with a mission to help businesses become agile, resilient, and successful through IT selection, adoption, and exploitation. A transformative executive, exceptional at operations management with expertise in successfully implementing enterprise-wide solutions. Known for identifying and promoting innovative solutions with significant ROI that rely upon and drive a commitment to collaboration throughout the enterprise. I am an advocate for process optimization.

I am an Upwork EXPERT-VETTED, TOP-RATED PLUS C-Suite executive, psychotherapist, grant writer and co-owner of Moments Count (Business Planning and Strategy, Executive Development, and Grant Writing Company). My nationally recognized clients include eBay, Quest, LabCorp, Bigger Pockets, Llewellyn Worldwide, Soloflex, Riedel Crystal, and Free The Slaves. I have secured over $207MM in grants. My team and I are here for you! Under my bio, below, is a complete list of my services.. If it sounds like we might be a great fit please message me so we can explore the options together! I provide a premium service with rapid turnarounds. I will complete your project on time, on budget, and to your satisfaction. My clients highly recommend me (see below), and I have a very large percentage of repeat clients. I earned Magna cum laude with both my BA and MS degrees in Psychology and Counseling. My emphasis is always on creating a collaborative, profitable, efficient, positive, diverse, inclusive, and highly energetic result for you, your career, or your company. MY SERVICES: → Business Consulting & Life Coaching ← Business Consultant • Life Coach • Career Coach • Business Coaching • Executive Coaching • Leadership Coach • Management Coach • Management Consultant • Personal Coach • Life Coach • Psychotherapist • Corporate Coach • Success Coach • Change Management • Success Coach • Conflict Resolution → Business Analyst / Business Services ← Startup Consultant • Startup Strategy and Planning • Business Analyst • Competitor Analysis • Feasibility Study • Executive Development • Management Coach • Business Development Analyst • Business Plan Writer • Pitch Deck Designer • Executive Coach • Leadership Coaching • Life Coaching • Conflict Resolution • Business Coach • Career Consultant • Business Consultant • MBTI • Product Concept Development • Market Research • Market Analysis • Customer Service Excellence • Personal Consulting • Conflict Resolution • Executive Coach • Real Estate Consulting • Climate Change → Grant Writer, RFP Writer, Grant Search, RFP Search ← Grant / RFP Prospecting • Expert Grant Writer • Inspirational Storytelling • Grant Writing • Grant Editing • Government Grant Writing • Grant Writing For Non-Profits • Grant Proposals • Grant Applications • Request for Proposal • Grant Search • RFP Searching • RFP Writing → SEO Expert, Website Designer, Website Developer ← SEO Audit • SEO Strategy • SEO Expert • Brand Audit • Marketing Funnel Audit and Automation • Marketing Strategy • Digital Marketing • PR Services • Content Strategy • eCommerce Expert • Content Development • Customer Modeling • Customer Engagement • Storytelling Framework • Website Wireframing • Website Development • Reputation Management • Affiliate Website Development • Backlinks Outreach • Affiliate Marketing • Backlinking Strategy • Infographics • Market Analyst • SEO Consultant • Web Developer • WordPress Developer • Elementor Expert • Divi Expert • Gutenberg Expert • Web Optimization • Landing Page Development

Hi! Thanks for visiting my profile! I'm Sylvan Kills, a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer and Marketing Consultant specializing in developing impactful Go-To-Market Strategies for startups and scaling digital marketing frameworks for eCommerce and SaaS businesses. With over twenty years of experience, I focus on delivering customized strategies that align with the unique needs of well-funded startups and SMBs to drive growth and maximize profitability. My expertise extends to crafting comprehensive Digital Marketing Strategy Blueprints that integrate extensive market research, audience targeting, and competitive analysis. This approach has consistently doubled revenues for clients within months, as demonstrated by successful engagements with companies like Keystone Construction, Aquatic Experts, and Art N Glow. From my early ventures starting a digital marketing firm in college to recent successes in launching startups such as NotLabeled and Lace.ai, my career has been dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge digital strategies within budget constraints. This experience has honed my ability to not only strategize but also implement effective marketing solutions that ensure rapid growth and scalability. I invite you to a free initial consultation to discuss how my strategic insights can significantly benefit your business. For a deeper understanding of my methods and results, please request case studies of my work, especially in Go-To-Market strategy development, or scaling framework strategy, which remain two of my most sought-after services. Let’s explore how we can work together to transform your business’s trajectory. Best Regards, Sylvan Kills

I help small businesses maintain organized, accurate financial records so you can make informed decisions, prevent costly errors, reduce stress, and free up your time. Bookkeeping doesn’t have to be stressful or confusing. Using QuickBooks Online, I handle everything from tracking expenses and invoices to reconciliations and financial reports. My goal: to give you peace of mind and a clear picture of your business health. But I don’t stop there. With a background in corporate marketing and small business leadership, I bring more than spreadsheets. I help you see the story behind the numbers and give you the insight to grow with confidence. Services : *QuickBooks Setup: Tailored to your business needs and reporting requirements. *Monthly Bookkeeping: Transactions, invoices, bills, AR/AP, payroll, reconciliations. *Financial Reports: Clear, accurate reports to keep you on top of your finances. *Growth Support: Scalable systems as your business expands. *Business Insight: Strategic consulting so you can lead with confidence. Whether you’re looking for a regular bookkeeper, need past periods reconciled, or want a long-term partner who goes beyond the numbers, I can help. Let’s make bookkeeping clear, simple, and stress-free.