Meet Gerianne Puskas - an impact catalyst for nonprofit success who transforms bold visions into powerful realities. Through Mission Advancement Group, she weaves together three decades of fundraising mastery with an unmatched network of sector leaders. Whether you need strategic insight, creative direction, or a magnetic presence to energize your next auction, Gerianne brings the expertise and connections to elevate your mission - whether it is personal or professional. Her blend of executive coaching and hands-on leadership has helped many organizations and executives soar beyond their goals.

Part strategist, part community catalyst, part coach, she's the force behind award-winning campaigns that caught the eye of AFPGV as Fundraiser of the Year and AMA Rochester Pinnacle Awards several years in a row. Her secret? Turning traditional fundraising on its head with fresh ideas that make donors' hearts (and wallets) sing.

When she's not mentoring tomorrow's nonprofit leaders at SUNY Empire State, this ATHENA Award finalist is busy shaping Rochester's cultural landscape through committee and board service with Geva Theatre and Push Physical Theatre. Add in her Global Master Trainer certification and CFRE status, and you've got a powerhouse who doesn't just raise funds - she raises expectations.
 

​At home, this former Rotary and Kiwanis president proves leadership runs in the family, sharing life with husband David, son Rich, and two rescue dogs who've mastered the art of stealing hearts.

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