Leslie Hoffman

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About Leslie Hoffman

Innovative and visionary leader in cultural programming with more than 20 years experience in both the entertainment industry and non-profit sector. A creative, big-picture thinker who has the ability to identify emerging social trends and business opportunities while maintaining a strategic focus to maximize success. Depth of experience in fundraising and philanthropy, creative concept development that includes marketing strategies, budget management through to event leadership. Award-winning community member who works tirelessly to advance causes and make a difference in local and national communities. Over the years I have acquired cross-disciplinary skills from my work in both the nonprofit sector and entertainment industry that make me uniquely qualified as a strategist, curriculum developer, planner, researcher and major-gift fundraiser. I am a creative, big-picture thinker with the heart of an advocate and I possess a remarkable ability to engage people to action. Based in Vancouver, with a foothold in Los Angeles and New York, I am a dual-citizen interested in working in both countries in areas such as global wellness, sustainability, world health & poverty, medical research, innovation and youth-related advocacy campaigns. I am convinced that a body-mind-spirit approach must be integrated into the mainstream of our culture in order to tackle the most pressing issues of our day. Specialties: Strategic Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing & Brand Development, Project Management, Major Gift Fundraising, Prospect Research, Donor Stewardship, Advocacy, Campaign Planning, Youth Engagement, Networking, Project Development, Story Editing, General Research