Roberta d’EustachioFounding Executive Producer
Roberta d'Eustachio (Rd'E) is an entrepreneur obsessed with delivering media from the philanthropist's point of view. That desire led to founding The American Benefactor, the first consumer magazine for philanthropists, as well as Giving Magazine -- Engaging Philanthropists Worldwide, a publication-in-development. As a philanthropic advisor, Rd'E has consulted with leading global brands including The Economist Group, The Financial Times and The World Bank as well as philanthropists, social enterprises and non-profits around the world.
Transatlantic commuter Rd'E at present lives in London and, in addition to her work as Executive Producer of this site, she is Chief of Staff to the British Government’s Ambassador for Philanthropy, Dame Stephanie Shirley.
Brian LipscombChief Technologist
Brian Lipscomb has been involved with technology for over twenty years, and founded technology services company Divergex in Philadelphia, PA. Specializing in all aspects of computers, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Ambassador(s) For Philanthropy project. His philosophy is: “Do it right, or don’t do it at all.”
Lipscomb adds: “Technology is a constantly evolving industry. People who use technology daily don’t have the time to study and learn all of the new and different terms and capabilities. I work to show people how technology can improve their efficiency, productivity and, ultimately, their lives.”
Nick CaterSenior Editor
Strongly focused on philanthropy and non-profits, Nick Cater is a UK-based independent international writer, editor and consultant. A former Fleet Street journalist, he has reported from more than 40 countries so far on stories as diverse as war in Africa, environmental risks in Latin America, disasters in Europe, and the Asian sport of elephant polo. Cater has worked with and advised a wide range of organisations both global and local, from the International Red Cross to the World Bank and Medecins Sans Frontieres.
Felicity Chadwick-HistedSenior Strategist
Felicity has 13 years experience of the voluntary & public sectors at director level. In addition to her consultancy role, Chadwick-Histed is a trustee of the Richmond Youth Partnership and also a founder trustee of London charity The Bridge for Social Communication [which assists autistic children], and a Governor of Marjory Kinnon School, Hounslow. She has an Msc in Voluntary Sector Management from Cass Business School.
Her past experience includes being a co-founder & director of Public Technology Ltd, and director roles for the The Royal Free Hampstead Charitable Trust, Citizens Advice and the Samaritans. Chadwick has a long history of successful direction of fundraising, sales and marketing.
Francesco Maria GiacominiMedia and Technology Consultant
Born in Italy (Ascoli Piceno) about 27 years ago, he got a degree and a masters in Superior Education with a specialization in Modern Arts. A challenging character and a restless experimenter, he is experienced in all kinds of arts with a particular mention in visual arts (film and digital photography) and music (new media and electronic composition). He lives in London and currently works as freelance in several experimental projects.
Giving philanthropists a voice to inspire others to give, and to consider how to give strategically, is a vital part of The Ambassador(s) for Philanthropy web site.
But capturing the experiences and ideas of leading philanthropists requires strong video and interviewing skills, as well as absolute discretion, confidentiality and an understanding of the context of such giving.
We plan to offer a growing range of informative, persuasive, insightful and inspiring video interviews, allowing philanthropists to tell their giving stories in their own words, often for the very first time.
These stories must be told, so if you can demonstrate that you have the skills and knowledge to produce such high-quality material, we want to hear from you and to see samples of your work.
Volunteer video interviewers wishing to apply for these unpaid positions will need their own equipment and transport. Initially, please send just written details of yourself and your experience, skills and equipment to the address below.
We will make contact if we wish to see examples of your video materials. Thank you.
chiefofstaff@ambassadorforphilanthropy.com

