Denise E. Berry

Activist
DISC Type : Cd

Grants Consultant at Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity

St Charles, Illinois, United States

Overview

Denise is an experienced grant writer and fundraiser with a background in nonprofit organization management and marketing. She holds a Certificate in Grant Writing and Management and is skilled in international protocol and donor engagement. People who have worked with her describe her as professional, hardworking, dedicated, and a "go-getter. "

With a global orientation, Denise is passionate about environmental issues, social capital, and advocacy. Her recent interests include promoting local Atlanta culture, such as The Apex Museum, and encouraging others to find optimism and work towards a better world. She also appears to have an interest in travel.

She has a unique specialty in connecting with historical donors, such as CAREs original "CARE Package Donors, " to cultivate legacy gifts.

Personality Overview

Meticulous

Observative

Logical And Quick

They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.  They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully. They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.

Topics They Care About

Nonprofit Fundraising
Her entire career is focused on fundraising, with extensive experience in planned giving and development for organizations like Habitat for Humanity, CARE, and Easter Seals.
Grant Writing
This is a primary part of her professional identity and current consultancy role. She holds recent certifications in Grant Writing and Management, indicating up-to-date skills.
Donor Engagement
She emphasizes discovering the personal stories behind supporter gifts and has been praised for her ability to cultivate enduring relationships and win donors' hearts.

Media Appearances

Denise has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2025 - 1-2026
Grants Consultant at Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity
3-2020 - 1-2025
Planned Gift Officer at Habitat for Humanity International
4-2014 - 4-2020
Development Officer at IUGB Foundation, Inc.
9-2012 - 4-2013
Planned Gift Officer at Easter Seals, Inc.
1-2009 - 8-2012
Planned Giving Fundraiser at CARE

Education

English Language and Literature from The University of Georgia
BA from University of Maryland European Division

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions
  • Highlight the competitive differentiation of your product
  • Make sure that they have the necessary authority, they could present false stature sometimes

DONT's

  • Avoid repeating yourself or making generalizations
  • Don’t try to be an alpha salesperson, give them equal space
  • Refrain from asking too many questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Denise E. is

  • Confidence in the product plays an important role, followed by powerful testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Denise E.

  • They might hesitate a little, but they will say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Denise E. move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Denise E. take some risk or not?

  • Once they have analyzed the pros and cons, they can take some risks.

You And Denise E.

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