People in Fundraising ep. 125: Dina Zelleke, longtime Harvard University Director of Prospect Research

I was honored to meet today's guest, Dina Zelleke, within my first week ever of working in prospect research in the Harvard fundraising world! To welcome her on "People in Fundraising" is a real treat. At the time we talked, Dina had just announced her decision to move on from Harvard University after 25+ years, though the news was not yet public. For me, and countless other fundraising and prospect development people within Harvard, across New England, and in our associations like NEDRA and Apra, it is hard to imagine Harvard with Dina Zelleke!

In our conversation, Dina discusses:

* The fascinating story of how she entered the fundraising profession.

* The changes she has seen, and participated in, during her career in prospect management and research.

* What she hopes 2025 will bring for her.

* Her lifelong passion for The Rolling Stones, having traveled domestically and internationally to see them live in concert many times. We chat about our favorite Rolling Stones songs (mine are "Ruby Tuesday" and "She's a Rainbow," so tune in to find out Dina's!).

I wish you all the best in your next endeavors and adventures, Dina! Thank you for being a mentor to me and many others!