Who We Are
MVP Advisors is a boutique consulting firm that specializes in helping nonprofits, community organizations and philanthropic families grow and succeed. We have a team of experienced and knowledgeable consultants who can help you with a variety of business challenges.
We understand that every organization is unique, and we tailor our services to meet the specific needs of our clients. We work with you to identify your goals, develop a plan to achieve them, and implement that plan. We are committed to your success, and we will work tirelessly to help you reach your goals.
The MVP Advisors team has over 20 years of expertise in helping nonprofit organizations solve their most challenging strategic issues. We believe that through working together, we can create a relationship that is collaborative and supportive. Our process combines responsiveness to your unique needs with our knowledge of nonprofits, fundraising, and the broader philanthropic landscape.
Our Team
Adam Morgan
Managing Partner
Having worked with small volunteer-led nonprofits to some of the largest nonprofits in the world – and everything in between, Adam brings a wide range of experience to MVP Advisors.
In his 20 years of nonprofit experience, Adam has worked in veterans services, higher education, cancer research, human services, and environmental education and conservation. He is excited to bring that experience to your organization!
Adam has a Masters in Philanthropic Studies from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy where he was a member of the Nu Lambda Mu honors society. He has helped found several small nonprofits in Delaware and currently serves on the boards of The Pilot School and the Spur Impact Association.
He has been a Director and has led major gifts, annual fund, campaigns, special events and membership programs for the American Cancer Society, Freedom Alliance, The Salvation Army, Phi Kappa Psi Foundation, and Delaware Nature Society.
Adam loves to see the people that he coaches and works with thrive doing the things that they are passionate about. In his personal time Adam enjoys family time with his wife and their two young children, traveling together as much as they can and spending time at the Delaware beaches! Connect with Adam to learn more about working with MVP Advisors!
Anysa Holder, PMP
Senior Counsel
Anysa Holder, a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and stands at the forefront of nonprofit excellence, leveraging nearly two decades across strategic marketing, communications, fundraising, and advocacy to champion social impact. Her leadership roles, particularly as a Chief Advancement Officer, highlight her ability to guide diverse teams to achieve significant success.
Anysa’s expertise lies in developing strong brand messages and fundraising campaigns that support organizational growth. Her strategy involves working closely with teams to execute projects and create strategic plans that set nonprofits on a path to meaningful impact.
Beyond her executive roles, Anysa has served as a senior advisor to numerous communicators and sat on the boards of several organizations, showcasing her commitment to sector-wide advancement. Her efforts have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including NJ Ad Club’s Jersey’s Best, Graphic Design USA’s Inhouse Agency Award, and the Communicator Award from The Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts. In 2018, her innovative leadership earned her a spot among New Jersey’s Top 40 under 40 in Marketing, alongside the esteemed Easterseals Clark J. Paradise Award in Management.
At MVP Advisors, Anysa is dedicated to translating her wealth of knowledge into actionable strategies for nonprofits. Her goal is to harness the power of effective communication, strategic fundraising, and advocacy to help your organization articulate its vision, engage with its audience, and amplify its social impact.
Drawing from her rich cultural background as a proud Afro-Latina and her globe-trotting experiences, Anysa is deeply committed to fostering social good as far and wide as possible. When not leading initiatives, she enjoys mentoring, boating, and hiking. Connect with Anysa to explore powerful partnerships to create more social impact.
Kara Schmid, MBA
Director of Marketing
With more than a decade of experience in the marketing and communications space, Kara has developed a passion for helping organizations find their voice. She works with nonprofits to tell their stories, build awareness and raise funds for their critical missions and programs along the way.
Kara has a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and a master’s in Business Administration, a combination she uses to pair impactful words with effective strategies to reach the right audience and spark action. She believes that a creative mind never truly shuts off, and is constantly looking for ways to take MVP’s clients’ outreach and fundraising to the next level.
When she isn’t working, Kara most enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, especially in the woods or on a lake. Or, find her getting a bit too emotionally attached to fictional characters, both on page and on screen.
Connect with Kara to learn more about pairing stories with strategy (or with a great book or movie recommendation)!
Elizabeth Craney
Marketing Project Manager
Elizabeth is a Producer and Creative Project Manager based in Brooklyn, New York. With experience in industries such as e-commerce, film, and TV, as well as international travel to non-profit organizations, she brings a unique and diverse set of skills to the table. Having managed projects across industries and in companies from startups to international corporations, she understands the unique needs of all types of organizations.
Elizabeth graduated from Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame with a degree in Art and strives to bring a creative approach to all of her work.