Revs Institute

Chief Development Officer

Revs Institute, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization located in Naples, Florida, requires an experienced fundraising professional to lead its advancement program as the globe’s leading resource for research, programs, and education in the field of historical and meaningful automobiles.

Revs Institute is acknowledged to possess one of the world’s greatest automobile collections of more than 130 European and American cars that span more than 100 years. Revs also curates an equally comprehensive and globally significant body of archives, images, periodicals and books . Revs enjoys an impeccable global reputation and is poised to become the thought leader and most useful resource for th e multi-billion dollar, passion-driven, but underserved automobile industry.

The Opportunity

Internationally recognized as a respected thought leader and resource for research and innovation in the field of collecting, restoring, experiencing, and appreciating historical automobiles, Revs is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking individual as its Chief Development Officer.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced, engaging and inspiring advancement professional who is deeply committed to the Revs mission and vision.

The candidate must have compelling non-profit experience, and a charismatic character and spirit that, when combined with a distinguished record of fundraising leadership and success at the executive level, will inspire and grow a true culture of philanthropy at Revs. 

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in growing annual giving, major gifts, planned giving and membership programs and a strong record of accomplishment of involvement with capital campaigns. Having an unusual ability to build effective relationships with a diverse group of key internal and external constituents, the ideal candidate will understand the importance of also building relationships with the organization's founder, the President and Board of Directors.  

Procedures for Application and Nomination

Applications should include the following documents in PDF format:

1. A detailed cover letter discussing the candidate’s interest in and qualifications for the position. It is imperative that the cover letter is specific to the position at Revs Institute;

2. A current curriculum vitae (CV); and

3. A list of five professional references with contact information and the length and nature of relationship to the applicant. References will not be contacted without the permission of the candidate.

The position is open until filled but only applications received by January 31, 2025, can be assured of full consideration. Kezar Consulting Group has been retained for this search. Nominations and applications should be sent to . Nominators and prospective candidates may arrange a confidential discussion about this opportunity by emailing the above address.

For more information about Revs Institute, please visit revsinstitute.org.

Revs Institute is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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