Deva is a highly regarded development professional with over 30 years of experience driving fundraising success for Jewish organizations and Jewish day schools. Specializing in annual campaign development, event and volunteer management, and board development, she partners with clients to elevate their fundraising impact. Deva's proven ability to secure major gifts has resulted in millions of dollars raised for both annual and capital campaigns, making her a trusted asset in achieving ambitious goals.

Clients value Deva’s strategic insights and down-to-earth, engaging approach. Her ability to listen carefully, assess client needs, and identify opportunities allows her to understand unique challenges and craft innovative solutions that build strong cultures of philanthropy. Her portfolio includes independent schools, international nonprofits, and faith-based organizations. 

Deva’s expertise was honed over a decade as Director for Institutional Advancement at Ida Crown Jewish Academy in Chicago and Assistant Executive Director at The Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton. She holds a Master of Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts from Yeshiva University.