Spencer Kashmanian

Spencer Kashmanian is Chief of Staff for the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. As a member of ISI’s leadership team, Spencer works with ISI’s President and executive leaders on strategic planning, organizational management, development administration, and special projects. Prior to joining ISI, Spencer worked at American Philanthropic as a consultant to nonprofit organizations, specializing in direct response fundraising and donor acquisition. He also previously managed development and fundraising for the National Association of Scholars. Spencer graduated from The King’s College in New York City with a BA in politics, philosophy, and economics. He and his family live in Chester County, Pennsylvania.

The best rhetorical techniques to help you win hearts, minds, and donations

At first glance, fundraising writing can seem counter-intuitive, even gimmicky. But it’s also honest, clear, and grounded in time-tested techniques and principles of classical rhetoric.

Spencer Kashmanian / 4 min read
Should your major donors receive direct mail?

Three simple ways to make direct mail suitable for high net worth individuals.

Spencer Kashmanian / 3 min read
Five simple tests to improve your direct mail results

Direct response fundraising doesn’t have to be a guessing game: with proper testing, you can make data-informed decisions.

Spencer Kashmanian / 3 min read