Eelco Keij is the founder of KeyLance Consultancy LLC in New York. He has over 10 years of experience working in the international development sector, among others as a consultant, fundraiser strategist, trainer and advocacy specialist. As one of the few working in this niche area of rapidly increasing demand, Eelco specializes in analyzing cross-border grants from US foundations (such as the Ford Foundation and the Gates Foundation) with the goal to support nonprofits that seek assistance from these foundations. His seminar is a global hit, also thanks to the many partner consultancy offices in various countries. This year he will also give a Master Class at the acclaimed International Fundraising Conference (IFC).