Meet the Apra Pennsylvania Board of Directors

Membership Director

 

Suzanne Harris, Manager, Prospect Management

The Philadelphia Zoo

How many years have you worked in fundraising/prospect research?

Almost 10 years! My first role with "Research" in the title was October 2014, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. I have also worked in higher ed, medical research, and currently work at the Philadelphia Zoo.

Briefly summarize your background:

I've had a few professional chapters in my life, and the common theme to all of them has been "digging for gold."

How long have you served on the Apra PA board, and what inspired you to join?

I was previously on the APRA PA board from 2018 - 2022 and enjoyed serving the community. I'm proud to have been part of the leadership team that navigated the pandemic and how I think it ultimately broadened what we offer as an organization and educational opportunities for members.

Do you have a favorite research tool, site, or trick you can share?

My favorite trick is to use Google search filters like site:.org to hone in on philanthropic and community affiliations when researching prospects.

What is your prospect development "superpower"?

I would say I'm a champion spelunker of rabbit holes. I have a lot of stamina for reading unrelated nonsense.

What is your bucket list vacation destination and why?

I've always wanted to visit Antarctica, but only if I can stay in a cursed scientific station. That, and taking the "Third Man" tour of Vienna.

What is your favorite book, movie, or TV show, and why?

I love Solaris by Stanislaw Lem, and both the film adaptations are great for completely separate reasons. It's a terrific example of how sci-fi is an ideal medium to explore philosophical ideas about the self.


Apra Pennsylvania is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and is a state chapter of Apra, an international membership organization that "serves and educates fund-raising professionals interested in advancement research and promotes the profession of advancement research."

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