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## Anne Lobban

Anne Lobban brings more than 15 years of experience in list management, media planning and audience targeting to RKD Group. As Vice President, List Services, Anne and her team of dedicated professionals are an integral part of RKD’s strategy team. She utilizes her list brokerage, list management and media expertise to achieve insight-driven results and help RKD clients meet donor acquisition goals.

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## [Why fundraising's record first half doesn't feel like one](https://blog.rkdgroup.com/why-fundraisings-record-first-half-doesnt-feel-like-one)

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## [Why fundraising's record first half doesn't feel like one](https://blog.rkdgroup.com/why-fundraisings-record-first-half-doesnt-feel-like-one)

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## [Optimize your acquisition program for the road ahead](https://blog.rkdgroup.com/optimizing-your-acquisition-program-for-the-road-ahead)

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