It was a busy year for CELCO, as the company (also formerly known as Carol Enters List Company) saw the reins handed over from Barbara Sims (retirement) to longtime CELCO employees Andrew Giffen and Kelly Leech through their entity AKWire, Inc. A logo and website rebranding took place for CELCO, while AKWire, Inc. also welcomed a new brand to provide strategic management services to the nonprofit community: AKwire.

In the ever-evolving world of nonprofit fundraising, two innovative brands are making a profound impact. Together, CELCO and AKwire bring unparalleled expertise, tools and strategies to empower organizations to achieve their missions.

CELCO: Your Trusted Acquisition Partner

Founded as a traditional list brokerage and management firm, CELCO has evolved into a trusted partner for the nonprofit community. While our roots lie in providing exceptional list services, we offer so much more. With a track record of success, CELCO supports charities through high-touch list services, candid direct marketing advice, fundraising strategy and analytical expertise.

Organizations and agencies turn to CELCO for help with:

• Acquisition Solutions: Our reputation for high-touch list services has evolved, so whether you are targeting new audiences or niche markets, our strategic approach to investing ensures that you reach your ideal audience with maximum impact.
• Direct Marketing Expertise: CELCO delivers honest, actionable insights that refine and elevate nonprofit marketing strategies.
• Flexible Support: From guiding nonprofit donor acquisition programs to bolstering internal teams to providing ad hoc data processing support, CELCO’s adaptability ensures our clients’ needs are met with precision and care.

Whether it’s growing a donor base or adapting fundraising programs to meet today’s challenges, CELCO’s expertise and dedication make us an invaluable partner for nonprofits.

AKwire: Helping Nonprofits Realize Their Fundraising Potential

While CELCO focuses on donor acquisition services and execution, AKwire dives deep into the data to create actionable insights that guide strategic decisions. AKwire connects data and key stakeholders, fostering a shared understanding of donor performance and potential. Their data-driven approach provides the clarity and direction nonprofits need to grow and thrive.

Key services offered by AKwire include:

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Specializing in finding the answers to tough questions, we analyze data to reveal actionable insights about donor behavior and trends and use our experience and innovating thinking to give you clarity where others can’t..
• Revenue Forecasting and Strategic Planning: AKwire helps teams develop long-term revenue forecasts, strategic investment plans and donor improvement targets to ensure sustained growth. These are supported by a cutting-edge BI platform to deliver real-time, fast and contextually relevant analytics.
• Change Management: Navigating change is challenging, but essential. AKwire guides organizations through transitions smoothly, ensuring alignment across teams and minimizing disruptions as they evolve and scale.

Whether it’s creating the pathway for building robust donor pipelines or helping nonprofits reach new levels of giving, AKwire’s guidance is critical in today’s competitive fundraising environment.

A Holistic Approach to Nonprofit Success

Together, CELCO and AKwire represent a powerful combination of executional excellence and strategic insight. Nonprofits rely on our combined expertise to:

• Navigate challenges in a dynamic fundraising landscape.
• Identify the right talent and partners to build high-performing teams.
• Develop and execute strategies that ensure long-term success.

From refining fundraising programs to creating data-informed donor engagement strategies, CELCO and AKwire provide the tools and support nonprofits need to thrive in today’s world and prepare for tomorrow. 

Partner with CELCO and AKwire

Whether your organization is looking to grow its fundraising programs, maximize donor potential or develop a sustainable revenue strategy, CELCO and AKwire are here to help. Our expertise, innovation and passion for supporting nonprofits make us the ideal partners for achieving your mission.

Let’s build a brighter future together. Contact CELCO and AKwire today to learn how we can help your nonprofit succeed.