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DBR Chamber Of Commerce: Gratitude Generation New Director Named

Since g2 was launched in late 2017, Nicki Sutherland has served as g2's director of operations and director of development.

Gratitude Generation is located at 815 Rosemary Terrace in Deerfield.
Gratitude Generation is located at 815 Rosemary Terrace in Deerfield. (Photo by Gratitude Generation)

April 29, 2022

Gratitude Generation (g2) announced today that Nicki Sutherland has been named the
nonprofit’s first Executive Director. One of the five founding Board members, Sutherland brings
intimate knowledge of g2’s programming, fundraising and infrastructure goals.
Since g2 was launched in late 2017, Sutherland has served as g2’s Director of Operations and
Director of Development.
“Nicki could not be more qualified to take on this role as she was so intimately involved with Gratitude
Generation from the moment of its inception,” said Jill Rivkin, Director of Community Outreach. “Her
incredible ability to learn new skills, paired with her business acumen and topped with her passion
and love for Gratitude Generation will be incredibly impactful for the organization’s growth.”
“We are so happy to take this next step with Nicki fulfilling such a critical role in our organization,” said
Erin Kerpel. “She is such a great people connector as we continue to grow our relationships with
communities, other nonprofits, donors and the generous people who support us on this journey.”
Sutherland began her career as a high school English teacher, received a master’s degree as a
reading specialist and taught for 11 years before moving into a sales position where she honed her
marketing, technology and client-relationship skills. She brings years of professional and volunteer
experience to her role.

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