Seth has enjoyed nearly 25 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations in a professional as well as volunteer capacity. Prior to establishing Bloom Consulting, Seth was a consultant with the firm of Waters, Pelton, Ostroff and Associates where he focused on fundraising projects and business development. As a former professional with the Jewish Federations of Central New Jersey, Delaware and Greater Philadelphia he served in various capacities including Associate Director, Campaign Director, Major Gifts Officer, and Planned Giving Associate. Seth is a past President of Albert Einstein Academy and a former President of the Jewish Communal Professionals Association. Seth has been an officer and currently serves on the Board of the Brandywine Chapter Association of Fundraising Professionals. Seth is a member of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and Partners for Sacred Place. In 2002, Seth was featured in Delaware Today as one of the 40 Delawareans under the age of 40 to watch and in 2006 Seth was awarded the 2006 Fundraising Executive of the Year Award at the annual National Philanthropy Day conference.

Email Seth - sethbloom@bloommetz.com

For more than 20 years, Jeff has held management positions for agencies delivering programs and services including resident and day camping, early childhood education, senior center activities, health and wellness and after school programming. Jeff began his career as an educator and has since been active in management, fundraising, program design, leadership development as well as staff training and supervision. Prior to joining Seth, Jeff served ten years as the Executive Director of the Jewish Community Center in Wilmington, Delaware.

Email Jeff - jeffmetz@bloommetz.com

Having risen through the ranks in the for-profit, corporate world for nearly 20 years, Marla has honed her skills as a marketing professional in a competitive, dynamic and demanding environment. While working at top advertising agencies early in her career, she learned to use communications to sell ideas, services and products of all kinds. With a mid-career move to the “client side,” Marla developed an expertise in conducting and interpreting market research and trends to build awareness, impact perceptions and create demand. At Bloom Metz Consulting, she puts her experience to work for nonprofit clients, developing marketing and communications strategies that produce immediate and quantifiable results.

Email Marla - marlacooper@bloommetz.com

Susan’s extensive public service experience has enhanced her ability to serve our clients. Susan has more than 30 years experience in Washington, DC, working on Capitol Hill in various capacities with members of both the House and Senate, as well as service with the Small Business Administration. Susan began her fundraising career as a Major Gifts Officer for Sarah Lawrence College followed by her tenure with the Delaware Community Foundation and the Delaware Symphony. Susan is active in the community as a volunteer for Christ Church Christiana Hundred, and as a board member of St. Michael's School Nursery and the Delaware Museum of Natural History. She is a former member of the Delaware Community Foundation Board and the past Chair of the Fund For Women.

Email Susan - susansherk@bloommetz.com

Wil has over 35 years experience as a nonprofit executive and board member. He currently chairs the Christiana Care Visiting Nurse Association Board and is Senior Warden of Christ Church Christiana Hundred. He was Deputy Director and Chief Financial Officer of Winterthur Museum, and Chief Operating Officer of The National Cathedral. Wil brings deep experience in organization strategy and financial management to his clients. His projects for Bloom Consulting include strategy development, capital campaign feasibility assessment and campaign management.

Email Wil - wilsherk@bloommetz.com