Josef Manuel Liles - SVL Cultura Ambassador

We are excited to welcome back Josef Manuel Liles, Ph.D. as an SVL Cultura Ambassador. Josef has been a long time supporter of our organization and we are thrilled to count on him as part of our Silicon Valley Latino Comunidad.  

Josef is a highly experienced professional with an impressive track record in prospect research, moves management, and analytics spanning over 12 years. Throughout his career, he has excelled in crafting numerous profiles and briefing documents for high net worth prospects, meticulously screening and analyzing the capacity of thousands of constituents. In addition, Josef has played a pivotal role in supporting major giving and planned giving fundraisers, aiding them in portfolio development and management.

Presently, Josef holds the esteemed position of Director of Prospect Management and Analytics at Santa Clara University, where he contributes his invaluable expertise. Holding a doctorate in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, Josef possesses a comprehensive understanding of qualitative and statistical research methods, providing him with a solid foundation for his work.

Aside from his achievements in the academic and fundraising realms, Josef has also dedicated his skills to consulting for nonprofits, particularly in the areas of immigrant justice, environmental conservation, and social services. Furthermore, his commitment to the betterment of society is exemplified by his involvement in various nonprofit organizations, where he has actively served on their boards.

Currently, Josef serves as a distinguished board member of Somos El Poder!, an institute that specializes in empowering Latinx nonprofits to expand and strengthen their individual giving programs. Through his dedicated service, Josef strives to make a lasting impact and create positive change within the philanthropic landscape.

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