Industry Veteran Joins Plano’s RKD Group as VP of Strategic Engagement

Bart Lillie joins RKD with three decades of experience in nonprofit storytelling, analytics, and relationship management.

Bart Lillie has joined Plano-based RKD Group, a leading fundraising and marketing solutions provider to nonprofits in North America, as vice president of strategic engagement.

He joins RKD with three decades of experience in nonprofit storytelling, analytics, and relationship management.

The company’s SVP of Strategic Growth, Lori Read, described Lillie as a dynamic advocate for nonprofits.

“His knowledge, experience and successful track record supporting nonprofits adds tremendous value to how we serve clients,” Read said in a statement.  “At RKD, we’re constantly challenging the status quo, and I know Bart will be a major contributor in helping us revolutionize the future for our clients.”

Lillie will join Read’s team, playing a key role in driving RKD’s new business growth.

Bart Lillie via LinkedIn

Bart Lillie via LinkedIn

Lillie is enthusiastic about joining RKD Group and contributing his passion for people in service to the company’s mission. “Aligning with RKD’s culture of excellence, this unique role allows me to partner with the best in the industry to impact organizations who are solving the world’s most important problems,” he said in a statement.

RKD Group is a fundraising and marketing services provider to hundreds of nonprofit organizations.

With five decades of expertise, its omnichannel approach leverages technology, advanced data science, and award-winning strategic and creative leadership to accelerate net revenue growth, build long-term donor relationships, and drive the best return on investment.

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