Karla Baldelli is a veteran nonprofit fundraising executive, having joined RKD Group after spending a 25-year career in mid-level and major donor fundraising, donor engagement and stewardship for major nonprofits, including JDRF, American Heart Association, Arthritis Foundation, and The Salvation Army.

As Vice President, Donor Engagement, Karla has experience in strategically leading national multi-affiliate, chapter- and market-based fundraising initiatives and scaling donor-centric fundraising, organizational priorities and aligning brand within the field. From building mid-level programs to virtual events, she uses her vast expertise to provide solutions for better engaging donors and building lasting connections with them.