Laura has written hundreds of grants and proposals totaling over $10 million. Funders include over 50 federal, state and local foundations, corporate and government sources. Laura ensures that the grants she writes are concise, complete, and well written. A sample of the successful grants and proposals are listed below.

Cathy Levine, Retired Executive Director, UHCAN Ohio
Our organization contracted with Laura to help with fundraising for a project. She jumped in immediately, using her vast knowledge of the human service's world to make connections benefiting our work. Her output and results far exceeded our expectations and Laura was delightful to work with.

King Stumpp, President & CEO, Netcare Corporation
I have worked with Laura in a professional capacity for 12 years. I have observed her bring an advocacy agency to life with new programs and initiatives. Laura is a hard worker with a masterful skill set - program design, funding, grant writing, collaboration and management, including turnaround situations. Laura is always tuned into what is happening in the arena in which she works and is a "go to" person when questions or issues arise. I certainly value our working relationship highly.

Kevin Brady, Vice President, Market Operations, American Electric Power (AEP) Ohio
I have had the pleasure of working with Laura for the past six years. I served on the Board of Trustees of Mental Health America of Franklin County when she was the executive director. As an active member of the Finance Committee, I could see first hand the positive impact she had on the agency. Her understanding of financial matters, her incredible fund raising skills, and her ability to reach a large donor base were outstanding. She ended each fiscal year with a substantial surplus of funds. Laura was successful in starting a variety of new programs that helped people with mental health issues, and was able to evaluate the effectiveness of these programs. She never wavered in her commitment to making sure the agency was well funded, run efficiently and effectively. Laura is highly respected in the community for her efforts and passion for the people she served. I would recommend Laura to anyone looking for a consultant with extensive knowledge in all aspects of non-profit organizations.

Leslie Ryan, CISSP, GWAPT, Senior Security Consultant, Dell SecureWorks
Working as a board member with MHAFC, I saw first hand Laura's ability to effectively manage every aspect of a non-profit organization. She partnered with other organizations to implement many cutting-edge programs, such as pro-bono counseling and MEDTAPP, and tirelessly promoted the cause of mental health in the Central Ohio area. Laura has built many relationships at the local, state, and national levels and is an excellent resource for any organization seeking to fundraise, build on existing programs, or implement new ones.

Barb Davis, Director of Human Resources, Columbus College of Art & Design
I served on MHAFC's board of directors as Treasurer and Vice President for several terms. During this tenure I found Laura to be dedicated to the cause of mental health in our community. She was a great collaborator with the entire board. Her fiscal discipline was always outstanding, adhering to budget constraints consistently. She managed her staff effectively and didn't hesitate to seek the counsel of others, demonstrating the open mindedness one would expect from a leader. Although my time away from my board position is long past, I continue to maintain a relationship with Laura.

Mary B Relotto, Founder, DamesBond and Mission Possible
Rarely do you find someone with as much integrity and drive, as Laura. She not only has the skill set, but the mindset to accomplish even the hardest of tasks.

Carole Robinson, Human Resources Consultant
I had the privilege of serving on MHAFC's Board for two terms and worked closely with Laura as the chair of the Board's Human Resources committee. Laura is not just a highly skilled Executive Director, she is a fiscal guardian, a proven leader, and a sought out expert in mental health advocacy. Laura has a very pragmatic approach, she investigates the needs and resources thoroughly, sets a plan of action, coordinates her team, and then follows through - no task is too complicated, or to small... she gets the job done each and every time. It is a true pleasure to work with Laura and watch the magic she performs with limited non-profit resources, from providing screening services and support groups, to testifying on mental health parity, to MHAFC's annual fund raising gala at the State House. Thank you Laura for all you do.

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