Advancement Strategic Outcomes Presentation | Northeastern University
Designed high-stakes executive presentation communicating a multi-million dollar philanthropic technology transformation initiative to university leadership and stakeholders. Created comprehensive visual narrative translating complex technical modernization efforts into strategic business outcomes, demonstrating how platform stabilization would enable Northeastern's advancement team to achieve record fundraising results across a 50,000+ user ecosystem.
Developed custom illustrative system featuring metaphorical imagery of collaborative progress and growth, reinforcing the presentation's core message of transformation from instability to excellence. Established clear visual hierarchy through bold typography, strategic use of Northeastern's institutional colors, and data visualization that distilled complex metrics into digestible insights. Collaborated closely with IT and advancement leadership to ensure technical accuracy while maintaining accessibility for non-technical executive audiences, balancing detailed deliverables with high-level strategic vision.
Key Contributions:
- Designed 8-slide executive presentation communicating strategic roadmap for $15+ million technology investment
- Created custom illustrative system and data visualizations translating technical complexity into executive-friendly narratives
- Established visual framework supporting three-phase transformation timeline and partnership value proposition
- Balanced technical detail with strategic messaging to serve both IT and advancement leadership audiences
- Delivered polished presentation materials under tight deadline supporting critical stakeholder decision-making
The presentation successfully secured stakeholder alignment for the advancement platform transformation initiative, providing university leadership with clear visibility into technical challenges, strategic solutions, and measurable business outcomes that would enable philanthropic growth and fundraising excellence.