Alex MacDonald

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Fund Development Manager at YMCA of Pictou County

Stellarton, Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Alex MacDonald is a multi-faceted leader at the YMCA of Pictou County, with experience across administration, fund development, and aquatics. A graduate of NSCCs Business Administration program, Alex is a creative, goal-oriented problem solver with strong skills in management and customer relations.

With a background as an Aquatics Director and certifications in child development and water safety, Alex shows a clear passion for community and youth programming. They enjoy leadership roles and are dedicated to fostering a healthy, active environment for members.

Alex has demonstrated remarkable career progression entirely within the YMCA, holding at least five different positions, including multiple director-level roles.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Full Of Energy

Relationship Oriented

They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are really good at seeing what the long-term impacts of their decisions could be.

Topics They Care About

Nonprofit Management
As Director of Administration and Fund Development Manager, they have direct experience in the operational and financial management of a community-focused nonprofit.
Fund Development
Their role as Fund Development Manager indicates a focus on securing financial support and resources to sustain and grow community programs.
Youth Development
Holds a "High Five Training" certification on the principles of healthy child development, showing a commitment to supporting young people.

Media Appearances

It's Team Talk Tuesday! This week, Alex is here to share why the YMCA of Pictou County .... Featured in Facebook (YMCA of Pictou County)

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Work History

2-2026
Fund Development Manager at YMCA of Pictou County
3-2025 - 2-2026
Membership Director at YMCA of Pictou County
8-2020 - 5-2025
Director, Administration at YMCA of Pictou County
8-2019 - 8-2020
Aquatics Director at YMCA of Pictou County
6-2019 - 9-2019
Promotions clerk at Sobeys

Education

2017 - 2019
Business Administration Diploma from Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC

More Information

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Exp : 11 Location : Stellarton, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Level : Middle Designation : Fund Development Manager at YMCA of Pictou County
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Insights For Selling To Alex

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be a storyteller

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Alex is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Alex

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Alex move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Alex take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Alex

Personality Compatibility


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