| APRA WISCONSIN |
Who We Are
Apra Wisconsin traces its roots back to 1985, when it was a loosely affiliated group, calling itself Wisconsin Development Researchers (WDR). In 1996, WDR reorganized as APRA-WI and aligned itself with APRA International. Inspired by Apra International's mission, Apra Wisconsin serves as a regional leader for engagement, collaboration, education, resource sharing, and advocacy among professionals dedicated to philanthropy, particularly those whose strategic use of data and information drives their organizations' success.
Apra Wisconsin has approximately 45 members, representing institutions of higher education, health care organizations, social service agencies, environmental protection and conservation groups, and independent prospect research contractors. We are diverse in both industry and geography.
Apra Wisconsin typically hosts two annual chapter conferences and has a long history of featuring the best-known national speakers in the prospect research field. The conferences provide an opportunity for our members to share best practices and to network.
We invite you to learn more about Apra Wisconsin!
Chapter Leadership
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(term through 2024) Julie Nurse Senior Director of Prospect Research Marquette University |
(term through 2025) Jessica Scordato Director of Research & Prospect Management Marquette University |
President 
Vice President
(term through 2025) Erin Olson Senior Prospect Identification Analyst Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association
| Director of Finance Vacant |
Director of Programming
(term through 2025) Reuben Schmitz Prospect Analyst Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod |
Jeff Walker Senior Strategic Research Officer Simmons University |
Director of Records
Advisory Director
Director of Membership (term through 2025) Ben Altensey Director of Prospect Research & Relationship Management Linfield University |
(Term through 2025) Anitra Hovelson Stewardship Program Manager Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association |
Director At-LargeEmeritae/Emeriti LeadershipGail Anshus (President, 2001-2002, 1995-1996) Cynthia Bertsch (President, 1997-2000, 1993-1995) Linda Gage (Recording Secretary, 2008-2012; Secretary/Membership Secretary, 1999-2005) Kathy Graff (Unofficial Photographer, until 2014; Treasurer, 1998-2000) Mary Kay Ohmer (Unofficial Archivist, until 2017; Treasurer, 2000-2002) Barb Siepe (Vice President, 1998-2001) |
About UsApra Wisconsin is the local chapter of Apra International for prospect development professionals living and working in Wisconsin. View our bylaws here. | Become a MemberJoin with other colleagues in prospect development to learn, grow, and succeed. |