AI-First donor lifetime value analytics revealing the $50 billion opportunity in higher education advancement
Led by Michael Woodfolk, with 30+ years of advancement leadership
Universities face declining engagement while missing billions in potential funding—problems that AI can solve
The gap between current performance and historical potential represents billions in untapped funding. While universities invest millions in advancement operations, they lack the strategic insight to reverse these trends.
AI-powered analytics that reveal the true potential of your donor relationships
AI models map donor giving patterns from graduation through planned giving, revealing the complete arc of philanthropic engagement through predictive analytics.
AI-driven comparison against similar institutions across 50+ metrics, using machine learning to identify specific underperformance areas and optimization opportunities.
Machine learning algorithms identify exact cohorts, stages, and segments where value is being lost.
AI-generated strategic roadmaps transform insights into prioritized action plans, optimized through machine learning for maximum ROI and impact.
What is the actual lifetime curve of our donors?
Understanding patterns from graduation through end-of-life
How do we compare to peer institutions?
Benchmarking performance against similar schools
What is the true lifetime value of our donors?
Calculating total potential versus actual results
Where are our performance gaps?
Identifying underperforming cohorts and segments
Comprehensive solutions designed to unlock your institution's full potential
Seasoned advancement leadership powered by AI-first innovation team
Woodfolk & Associates brings together three decades of advancement mastery with a world-class team of AI engineers and data scientists, creating the only consultancy that truly combines human expertise with cutting-edge technology.
Leading the vision with three decades of proven advancement success, Michael provides the strategic foundation that guides our AI-first approach to donor lifetime value optimization.
70% Alumni Participation Rate
Achieved at UVA Darden vs. 7.8% national average
18,000+ Alumni Network
Cultivated across 90 countries worldwide
$632M in Campaigns Led
Consistently exceeding fundraising goals
Michael's field-tested wisdom provides the strategic foundation that guides our AI development, ensuring every algorithm serves real-world advancement needs.
Michael continues to guide advancement strategy across institutions while leading our AI-first innovation in donor analytics and lifetime value optimization.
World-class data scientists, AI engineers, and technology specialists building the future of donor analytics and predictive fundraising.
Machine learning experts analyzing donor behavior patterns across millions of records
Building proprietary algorithms for lifetime value optimization and predictive analytics
Bridging advancement strategy with cutting-edge AI to solve real-world fundraising challenges
Ensuring secure, scalable AI infrastructure that handles sensitive donor data with precision
Where traditional consultancies offer either strategic expertise OR technology solutions, our team delivers both: proven advancement leadership combined with proprietary AI-first analytics.
From 7.8% to 70%: Real Results from Real Team Excellence
Our unique fusion of field-tested wisdom and cutting-edge machine learning creates transformational insights that neither pure consulting nor pure technology can achieve alone.
The measurable impact of AI-driven strategic intelligence on advancement performance
Every month of delay represents millions in unrealized potential. Our AI-powered analytics will show you exactly where you stand and precisely how to optimize your advancement strategy.