Staff
Danette L. O’Connell - Founder and Executive Director
Danette O'Connell is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in helping nonprofit organizations achieve their goals. She has been actively engaged in this field since 2004, utilizing her expertise in divergent entrepreneurial thinking to empower these organizations. Her notable achievements include an impressive track record of growing membership organizations by a staggering 380% year over year since 2018.
With over two decades of experience, Ms. O'Connell has proven her ability to strategically position organizations for success in various scenarios, including dynamic start-ups, turnaround situations, mergers, and periods of accelerated growth. Her dedication to nonprofit transformation is a central focus of her career, and she excels in managing all aspects of this process.
In terms of her educational background, she holds an MBA in International Business, indicating her expertise in global business practices. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and an Associate's degree in Computer Management, demonstrating her well-rounded knowledge and skills in the business and technology realms.
Head of Marketing Strategy
Dayvonne Smith, an accomplished growth strategist, joins to help lead The Nonprofit Cooperative with its mission to make a lasting impact. With 20+ years of diverse industry experience, she excels in propelling growth through data-driven marketing. At TNC, she is excited to enhance awareness and drive business development using market insights.
As a staunch advocate for data-driven solutions, Dayvonne consistently achieves measurable business growth, bolstered brand recognition, and enhanced customer engagement. Collaboration is her strong suit, harnessing teamwork to spot strategic opportunities.
Beyond TNC, Dayvonne extends her leadership by sharing insights through blog posts, social media updates, and consulting, keeping organizations at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies. Her commitment to positive change fuels her daily efforts, solidifying her influence in the nonprofit sector.
Dayvonne, a native New Yorker, holds a bachelor's degree in marketing and a master's degree in business management and leadership.
Executive Assistant
Jeanné Weidemann provides administrative support to The Nonprofit Cooperative. With meticulous attention to detail and a genuine passion for her work, Jeanné's dedication is evident in all she does.
She has an appreciation for nonprofit organizations, and she wholeheartedly believes in The Nonprofit Cooperative's mission. With a decade of experience in the administrative field, Jeanné's commitment is unmatched.
When she's not diligently serving the organization, Jeanné enjoys indulging in baking, cake decorating, and exploring the beautiful beaches of her quaint coastal town in South Africa, Mossel Bay.