Becca Merrell is executive vice president for Netzel Grigsby Associates. She works with a wide variety of nonprofit organizations, among them environmental groups, health and human services, educational institutions, religious organizations, and youth services, guiding them to achieve their goals.

Becca believes that empowering nonprofit volunteers and staff with tools and knowledge will ensure long-term organizational stability. Her extensive knowledge has been valuable in creating and implementing dynamic programs to fund services, while helping donors enjoy their giving.

Becca has partnered with nonprofits in fundraising and planning to impact communities. She has secured seven-figure gifts and exceeded goals on important fundraising campaigns. Those who have benefitted from her expertise include Arroyo Grande Hospital Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme, Casa Pacifica Center for Children and Families, Community Environmental Council, First Presbyterian Church of Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Santa Barbara Zoo, and Ventura College. Most recently, Becca partnered with Pacific Wildlife Care in San Luis Obispo and secured $11.5 through a comprehensive campaign.

Becca is a member of the Advisory Board for the Center for Nonprofit Leadership at California Lutheran University (CLU). She is a member and past president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Santa Barbara/Ventura Counties Chapter, where she was selected as Fundraiser of the Year in 2008.

Becca earned her bachelor’s degree in from California State University, Northridge, graduating summa cum laude. As a lifelong learner, she continually participates in lectures, seminars and events to broaden her horizons.