Keith Heavener

Inspirer
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Director of Fund Development at Living Branches Retirement Communities

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Keith Heavener recently retired as the Director of Fund Development for Living Branches, concluding a nearly 18-year tenure in non-profit fundraising. Before this, he managed his multi-generational family business. An alumnus of Eastern Mennonite University, colleagues describe him as a person of integrity and reliability.

With deep roots in southeastern Pennsylvania, Keith has demonstrated a career-long commitment to his local community. His interests suggest an appreciation for current events and automotive engineering, reflecting a blend of intellectual curiosity and an eye for quality design and safety.

After decades of leading his familys construction and home heating supply businesses, he successfully pivoted his career to lead philanthropy for a not-for-profit organization.

Personality Overview

Confident & Optimistic

Achievment Oriented

Generous

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials. They usually prefer to drive the conversation.

Topics They Care About

Non-Profit Fundraising
He spent nearly two decades leading major capital campaigns and building donor relationships for a large retirement community system in southeastern Pennsylvania.
Family Business
He has extensive experience as an owner and vice president in a multi-generational family business serving the construction, landscaping, and home heating markets.
Philanthropic Strategy
His career focused on connecting with donors and inspiring generosity, demonstrating an understanding of what motivates individuals to support causes they believe in.

Media Appearances

Keith has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2010
Director of Fund Development at Living Branches Retirement Communities
12-2010 - 11-2024
Retired 11/29/2024 at Living Branches Retirement Communities
Owner at Heavener Supply, Inc.
5-1976 - 6-1996
Vice President at Guy Heavener, Inc.

Education

1973 - 1976
B.S. from Eastern Mennonite University
1969 - 1972
Education details unavailable from Christopher Dock High School

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Exp : 35 Location : Greater Philadelphia, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Fund Development at Living Branches Retirement Communities
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Insights For Selling To Keith

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Keith is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Keith

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Keith move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Keith take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Keith

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