BOWIE, MD. (June 4, 2019) — CDR Fundraising Group, a leading, full-service direct response fundraising agency, announces the hiring of Steve Harrison as president. He will join Lisa Scott Benson, CEO of CDR, in Los Angeles, where the agency is building its West Coast presence, while its headquarters will remain in Bowie, Md.

Harrison is an industry veteran and proven leader serving on many industry boards including the ANA (Association of National Advertisers) Nonprofit Federation. Previously, he served as chief client officer at One & All and is well known for his strong strategic and analytical direct marketing skills. He has guided fundraising efforts for some of the largest and most successful nonprofits in the United States.

“Steve’s commitment to the nonprofit sector and the clients he serves is unsurpassed. His focus on relationships and results, combined with his uncanny ability to understand and capitalize on emerging trends, will ensure our clients continue to grow and succeed in this dynamic fundraising environment,” said Scott Benson. “I’m thrilled he’s chosen to join CDR.”

Founded in 1982, CDR is committed to building a team of industry leaders to guide the company as it experiences exponential growth. As a member of Moore DM Group, a leading provider of performance driven marketing solutions, CDR provides a full suite of fundraising services to its nonprofit clients. Harrison is the latest addition to the growing CDR team, which continues to hire and develop the industry’s top talent.

“I’m excited to join CDR as we assemble the best fundraising talent in the industry to serve organizations doing vital work for our world. When this talent is combined with the suite of data, production and media solutions that Moore DM Group offers, we’re unmatched. I’m proud to be part of this amazing group of professionals who continue to serve and innovate for the nonprofit sector,” Harrison said.

“Steve is well known for his leadership in the nonprofit sector and guiding the fundraising efforts for many of the country’s top charities. His strong analytic and marketing skills make him an invaluable addition to CDR,” said Gretchen Littlefield, CEO of Moore DM Group. “Steve’s hiring bolsters the CDR leadership team’s deep fundraising pedigree and will fuel the company’s continued growth.”