Sue Adams has over 20 years of experience in development and client services within the non-profit sector. Currently serving as Development Manager at the Animal Rescue Foundation since May 2022, Sue previously held leadership positions such as Vice President of Client Services at Chapman Cubine Allen + Hussey and Account Director at Epsilon. Additional roles include Senior Solutions Consultant and Senior Fundraising Analyst at Target Analytics, where Sue played a crucial role in providing analytic reviews and trend analysis for numerous non-profits. Early in the career, Sue served as Membership Coordinator at The Wilderness Society and Renewals Manager at the National Parks Conservation Association, achieving significant income generation for these organizations. Sue holds a BA in Communication Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Animal Rescue Foundation
ARF is a national leader in the animal welfare industry co-founded by Elaine and Tony La Russa in 1991. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, the nonprofit receives no government funding and is an accredited four-star charity for eleven consecutive years. ARF’s core mission is the rescue of dogs and cats who have run out of time at public shelters, giving them a chance at life until a new home can be found. ARF couples this focus with innovative programs strengthening the human-animal bond for children, seniors, veterans, and people in disadvantaged circumstances. Through ARF, people experience the unconditional love and acceptance of dogs and cats to fulfill a mission of People Rescuing Animals…Animals Rescuing People® Core Values: Open, Driven, Educator's Spirit Strategic Anchors: Save lives, Inspire learning, Connect hearts