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Nicola Lawrence has dedicated her career to nonprofit leadership, amassing over 25 years of experience serving organizations across four continents. Her work spans a range of philanthropic efforts, from billion-dollar campaigns to daily fundraising for large healthcare institutions and grassroots social impact startups.Nicola specializes in revitalizing underperforming development shops and unlocking revenue through integrated gift planning. Beyond gift planning, she has led several nonprofits in operations and senior leadership. By designing effective policies and guiding organizations through risk mitigation, adherence to legislation, and strategic planning, she helps them achieve their missions. Her commitment to ethical practices and impactful philanthropy has earned respect throughout the sector. She serves on the board of the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners and is VP of Arizona Charitable Gift Planners. This year, she chairs the National Standards and Metrics Committee and teaches at the AHP Madison Institute. As a conference speaker, Nicola shares insights nationwide, promoting integrated approaches to charitable gift planning. She is also proud to have served as a foster and adoptive parent.