Kirstin Downie Monfort

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Director of Development And Communications at Canine Partners For Life

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Kirstin is a fundraising professional with over 20 years of experience in development, strategic planning, and senior management. Currently the Director of Development and Communications at Canine Partners for Life, colleagues have described her as enthusiastic, bright, highly organized, and an excellent collaborator.

Outside of her primary career, Kirstin has pursued interests in agriculture and entrepreneurship, having completed courses in beginning farming at Cornell University and starting a business through the University of Georgia SBDC. Her passion lies in supporting causes that grant independence to others.

She is interested in sustainable business practices, having shared professional opportunities related to sustainable procurement.

Personality Overview

Story Driven

Consensus Focused

Optimistic

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.  They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals. They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.


Topics They Care About

Nonprofit Fundraising
Has over two decades of experience leading fundraising and development for non-profits with multi-million dollar budgets, including recent successful Giving Tuesday campaigns.
Service Animal Advocacy
Her current role at Canine Partners for Life is focused on raising funds to provide service and companion dogs to help individuals gain independence.
Sustainable Farming
Completed a 'Beginning Farmers' course at Cornell University, indicating a personal interest in agriculture and sustainable practices.

Media Appearances

Kirstin has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2018
Director of Development And Communications at Canine Partners For Life
12-2015 - 7-2018
Development Director at Chester County Library System
5-2013 - 10-2015
Director of Development at Hemophilia of Georgia
11-2011 - 5-2013
Director of Development and Volunteer Services at ABC of NC Child Development Center
2010 - 2011
AmeriCorps VISTA Development Coordinator at Cottages of Hope

Education

2006 - 2008
Master's from George Mason University
1998 - 2002
Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Tech

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Exp : 18 Location : Greater Philadelphia, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Development And Communications at Canine Partners For Life
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Insights For Selling To Kirstin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kirstin is

  • Relationships and rapport matter to them, but so does the value of the product.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kirstin

  • They are unlikely to say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kirstin move?

  • They are not very fast decision makers, even while they continue to stay engaged.
  • Can Kirstin take some risk or not?

  • If it seems really necessary, they can take small risks.

You And Kirstin

Personality Compatibility


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