The Foundation of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is excited and pleased to welcome Fannie Vavoulis as the new Director of Development beginning June 20, 2016.
Fannie brings with her over 15 years of experience from her various roles in development within the community and most recently as the Medical Recruiter and Education Coordinator at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance. Previously, Fannie was the Campaign Director for the YMCA of Chatham-Kent, the Director of Marketing & Sponsorship for RM Classic Cars/RM Auctions along with other roles within the not-for- profit and corporate sectors. Fannie is currently the President of the Rotary Club of Chatham.
Fannie’s years of experience have allowed her to have a keen understanding and clear perspective of the Chatham-Kent community’s demographics, philanthropic community, business markets, media, political elements, ongoing healthcare issues and significant healthcare fundraising initiatives and successes.
“Over the years I have witnessed Fannie’s dynamic style with her interactions within the healthcare sector, the community and other key stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally,” says Michele Grzebien-Huckson, Executive Director of the Foundation of CKHA. “She is a vibrant individual who demonstrates strong professional abilities and has established secure relationships within the healthcare community, business professionals and many others within Chatham-Kent. Her fundraising experience, creative planning skills, community relations skills are positive attributes that the Foundation of CKHA is fortunate to acquire.”
Fannie’s primary role will be growing the Foundation of CKHA’s Major Gift and Planned Giving programs. As an integral part of the Foundation of CKHA’s team, Fannie’s main role will be to act as Campaign Director for Phase ll of the “Future In Focus” CKHA Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Renewal Campaign. Her other responsibilities will include supporting the Executive Director in oversight of all philanthropic giving, operations and stewardship.
– Submitted photo: Colin Patey, President & CEO, CKHA; Michele Grzebien-Huckson, Executive Director, Foundation of CKHA; Dr. Cassie Harnarine, Chair, Board of Directors, Foundation of CKHA; and, Fannie Vavoulis, Director of Development, Foundation of CKHA.
