Wendy Ballinger
Wendy has over twenty-five years of experience creating and implementing development plans for clients ranging from institutions of higher education to cultural organizations to health and social service agencies, securing grants and contributions in the five-, six- and seven-figure ranges.
Wendy received her B.A. and her M.A. in Urban and Environmental Policy from Tufts University. Among the positions she has held are Director of Development for the Associates of the Boston Public Library; Director of Development and Communications for One Family, Inc., and a decade serving as the Executive Director of Boston’s Ford Hall Forum, later joining the organization's board.
Wendy received her B.A. and her M.A. in Urban and Environmental Policy from Tufts University. Among the positions she has held are Director of Development for the Associates of the Boston Public Library; Director of Development and Communications for One Family, Inc., and a decade serving as the Executive Director of Boston’s Ford Hall Forum, later joining the organization's board.
Cathie McGowan
Cathie provides editorial review, proofreading and research services for Ballinger Consulting. With over twenty-five years of experience in business management and administration, Cathie works to ensure that all material produced for, and on behalf of, clients meets the highest standards .
Cathie received her B.A. from Grinnell College. She began her career in business management at Levi Strauss & Co., where for twelve years she managed the sales and business administration for a range of operations in both San Francisco and New York. In addition, when she relocated to New England, for more than twenty years, Cathie ran the business operations of a local gym and fitness facility, including managing its promotions and communications.
Cathie received her B.A. from Grinnell College. She began her career in business management at Levi Strauss & Co., where for twelve years she managed the sales and business administration for a range of operations in both San Francisco and New York. In addition, when she relocated to New England, for more than twenty years, Cathie ran the business operations of a local gym and fitness facility, including managing its promotions and communications.