Beverly Thompson

Beverly Brooks Thompson, PhD brings over 20 years of distinguished philanthropic leadership experience to SellingSkills.io. Currently serving as Managing Director at Carter, Advancing Philanthropy Worldwide, and President & Executive Counsel of Brooks Thompson Consulting, she specializes in transformational growth strategies and major gift development.

Dr. Thompson's impressive track record includes directing the Forever LSU Campaign, which exceeded its $750 million goal by raising $798 million in private support. She has provided senior counsel to prestigious nonprofit organizations and boards across the country for campaigns exceeding $500 million. Her expertise spans major and mega gift strategies, leadership coaching, campaign counsel, and organizational assessment.

As a published academic and practitioner, Dr. Thompson serves as faculty at Louisiana State University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota. She holds certifications as a 21/64 Next Generation Family Wealth Advisor and Master Trainer for the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Her comprehensive approach combines proven advancement principles with innovative, custom-tailored strategies to help organizations realize their philanthropic potential.