Development Audit Services

Meliora Group LLC staff have served as vice presidents and campaign managers for a variety of institutions in full-time and consulting roles.  Our vast experience and education have prepared us to analyze development operations to make recommendations – specific executable actions -- to maximize fund-raising success.

Analyses include:

  • Talent management – Is the organizational structure appropriate for the institution?  Do the skill sets of the staff match the needs of the organization?   Is there a succession plan and professional development plan in place?  
  • Technology audit – Does the unit have appropriate technology to interaction with other units in the organization and to execute and measure development goals?  Is the staff properly trained in using the technology?  Does the technology facilitate interaction with donors and prospects? 
  • Planning and execution strategies – Does the unit have a plan that fits with the institutions’?  Does the unit have processes and procedures in place to execute the plan and measure the success of the unit?
  • Communication – How well does the unit communicate internally within the unit and also within the institution?  How well does the unit communication with outside constituencies?
  • Budget – Does the unit have the proper resources and are they being utilized effectively and efficiently?

For more information on how the Meliora Group LLC can assist your institution conduct a development audit, contact Dr. Carol Wittmeyer at 716.474.6833 or carol@melioragroup.com