Todd Dexter & Associates is a dedicated team of trusted fundraising experts with nearly 200 years collectively that help cause-driven nonprofit organizations maximize their impact. Rather than putting you in a box of “industry best practices” and utilizing a one-size-fits-all approach, we custom-tailor our strategy to your organization by identifying the stories, the personalities, and the principles that make your organization and your audience unique.
We are privileged to work with a select group of organizations that appreciate the unique excellence and expertise of a partner who shares their values while helping them reach their development goals. Likewise, the TDA team is comprised of a select group of trusted fundraising experts whose passion and dedication consistently produce excellent service and extraordinary results for our clients.
Team members
Meet the team! Each member of Todd Dexter & Associates is an expert in their craft and is
committed to the growth and success of your organization.
TODD DEXTER
FOUNDER & CEO
Todd is a seasoned veteran of direct response fundraising, having served scores of nonprofit organiz… read more
Todd is a seasoned veteran of direct response fundraising, having served scores of nonprofit organizations of all sizes for over 40 years. Prior to founding Todd Dexter & Associates in 2011, Todd served as President of KMA Direct Communications for 4 years after 17 years in a variety of client leadership roles at KMA, serving many of America’s leading nonprofit organizations. Todd came to KMA from Russ Reid where he served exclusively on the World Vision US account, working on donor acquisition and cultivation across all channels. He began his career as Development Director at CBN, where he was responsible for direct mail, telefundraising, and special events.
ANDREW DEXTER
PRESIDENT
Andrew is a veteran fundraising expert, having served nonprofit organizations of all different sizes… read more
Andrew is a veteran fundraising expert, having served nonprofit organizations of all different sizes and stages of growth for over 16 years. He began his career at Russ Reid, where he oversaw multiple direct marketing and fundraising channels including television, direct mail, and digital media. He joined TDA in 2014, and now serves as President where he oversees all aspects of program development for each client, from strategy to execution.
SARAH WILDMAN
Account Director
Sarah has carved out her expertise in account management by serving in this capacity at major fundra… read more
Sarah has carved out her expertise in account management by serving in this capacity at major fundraising agencies for two decades. She began her direct response fundraising career at KMA Direct Communications, where she rose to Senior Account Manager during her six years there. She has also served as Account Supervisor at KerstenDirect (now RobbinsKersten Direct). She joined TDA in 2014, where she provides senior account supervision for multiple client accounts.
David Vadeboncoeur
PRODUCTION MANAGER
David has over 30 years of donor communications, creative strategy development, and implementation e… read more
David has over 30 years of donor communications, creative strategy development, and implementation experience. He specializes in balancing high-quality design and effective communication with efficient production strategies. He brings broad-based experience working with a variety of agencies and nonprofit organizations to print and digital programs. His collaboration with TDA began in 2012, where he now specializes in creative direction and production management across all clients.
Terri Shepherd
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR
Terri brings a passion for policy and impacting families to her work after having served for over a … read more
Terri brings a passion for policy and impacting families to her work after having served for over a decade with a nationally recognized public policy organization. In addition to managing the nonprofit’s multi-channel direct response program, she supported the major donor field team and spearheaded the development of donor-centric resources. She joined TDA in 2023, where she now oversees multiple client accounts.
Taylor Bricker
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Taylor has served in creative, marketing, and communications for issues-focused nonprofits and Chris… read more
Taylor has served in creative, marketing, and communications for issues-focused nonprofits and Christian organizations for over a decade. He has developed expertise in applying effective direct mail and digital communications and fundraising tactics, and is driven to connect worthy causes with those who have the means and desire to support them for the sake of those they serve.
Monica Sudomir
OFFICE MANAGER
Monica has over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, specializing in the disciplines of people… read more
Monica has over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, specializing in the disciplines of people change management and employee engagement. Her vast experience with people programs development, along with exceptional organizational and project management skills, has proven to be a tremendous asset to the TDA team. Monica joined TDA in 2023.
Dana Heter
Special Operations
Dana’s direct response fundraising career spans nearly 5 decades, serving with a passion for strateg… read more
Dana’s direct response fundraising career spans nearly 5 decades, serving with a passion for strategy, data analytics, and maximizing donor income. He spent 43 years on the consulting side—29 years at the helm of his own agency, DirectStrategies— before joining TDA. He has served a variety of faith-based, healthcare, senior hunger, and public policy organizations.
Don’t just take our word for it …
Here are a few words from our clients on the successes we’ve been able
to achieve for them in growing their direct response programs to create
more donors and dollars.
Slavic Gospel Association, US
"They really took the time to understand our ministry, and as a result we developed some very successful campaigns and programs that have continued to grow for over 25 years."
MICHAEL Johnson
President, Slavic Gospel Association
First Liberty Institute, US
"It's great working with real professionals who know what they're doing, know the industry, and understand your needs. Working with them has really succeeded for us and allowed us to grow."
Kelly Shackelford
President, CEO & Chief Cousel, First Liberty Institute
Northwestern Media, US
"It all boils down to trust, creativity, integrity, and partnership. They know us so well; we don't consider them consultants—we consider them more like an extension of our team."
JASON SHARP
Senior VP for Media, Northwestern Media
Slavic Gospel Association, US
"They really took the time to understand our ministry, and as a result we developed some very successful campaigns and programs that have continued to grow for over 25 years."
MICHAEL Johnson
President, Slavic Gospel Association
First Liberty Institute, US
"It's great working with real professionals who know what they're doing, know the industry, and understand your needs. Working with them has really succeeded for us and allowed us to grow."
Kelly Shackelford
President, CEO & Chief Cousel, First Liberty Institute
Northwestern Media, US
"It all boils down to trust, creativity, integrity, and partnership. They know us so well; we don't consider them consultants—we consider them more like an extension of our team."
JASON SHARP
Senior VP for Media, Northwestern Media
