Chris Baiocchi has worked in the nonprofit space for 25 years as a communicator, fundraiser, and leader. He’s led annual giving campaigns, planned special events, written grants, and helped fundraisers and nonprofit professionals find joy, innovation, and passion in their work.
Chris is the founder and CEO of Resolute Philanthropy – a consulting firm that provides nonprofit leaders with the tools and resources they need to thrive – because a kinder, safer, healthier world needs engaged and effective nonprofits. Through training, coaching, and strategic support, Resolute helps nonprofits build confidence and clarity in their fundraising.
After all, your mission shouldn’t be at risk because of bad fundraising advice.
Chris has worked alongside organizations such as Casa Youth Shelter, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, Pomona College, RevHub, South County Outreach, St. Joseph Hospital, and Washington Golf Foundation.
He has led board training sessions with Team Kids, Mariposa Center, Town & Country Manor, Mercy House Living Center, and Seed Consulting Group and has served as a presenter and instructor for Charitable Ventures, OneOC, The Nonprofit Partnership, and Edwards Lifescience.
Chris holds a master’s in organizational leadership from Brandman University and a bachelor’s in English/journalism from Chapman University. Additionally, Chris is a Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) and has completed the USC Nonprofit Resilient Leaders and Capacity Building Program. Chris is also a certified Quadrant 3 Leadership Coach from the Concord Leadership Group.
Chris is married and lives in Tacoma, Washington. His child is a student at the University of Puget Sound. Chris is an active reader, an occasional cook, and loves bow ties, icebreakers, and heated arguments about the best sci-fi franchise.
