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Michael Dozier
Founder, Principal & CEOKnown as The Nonprofit Guy
Known as The Nonprofit Guy
Michael Dozier is a respected nonprofit and business consultant with extensive experience in leadership, fundraising, and organizational development.
As a former nonprofit CEO, he has led organizations with budgets exceeding $21 million and teams of up to 300 staff members. His background spans nonprofit administration, strategic planning, board development, donor growth, and compliance.
Michael's consulting philosophy is grounded in clarity, discipline, and results. He partners with clients to strengthen systems, improve decision-making, and create pathways to sustainable success.
His work is rooted in the belief that strong organizations don't happen by accident — they are built intentionally, with the right systems, the right leadership, and the right strategy in place.
Whether working with a nonprofit navigating its first grant cycle or a growing business establishing its operational foundation, Michael brings depth, care, and professionalism to every engagement.
He is the author of Aha Moments: Unlocking the Secrets of Effective Nonprofit Leadership — a practical guide distilling decades of leadership experience into actionable strategies.
Decades of executive experience leading nonprofit organizations at the highest level — from board relations to staff development to community impact.
A proven track record of building development programs, cultivating major donors, and designing campaigns that consistently exceed goals.
Deep expertise in building the internal infrastructure that supports growth — policies, procedures, controls, and compliance frameworks.
Experience building, training, and activating boards of directors that provide genuine governance, strategic direction, and fundraising support.
Facilitation of planning processes that move organizations from vision to execution — with clarity, buy-in, and a roadmap built to last.
Practical guidance for entrepreneurs and small businesses on structure, planning, credit, and the systems needed to operate and scale.
In this practical guide, Michael distills decades of executive nonprofit experience into clear, actionable strategies for leaders at every stage.
The book reflects the same philosophy that drives every CHL engagement: effective leadership is not accidental — it is built through intention, discipline, and the courage to act on insight.
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