About Neil Batiancila
Neil Batiancila was recently appointed to the role of Chief Advancement Officer for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He oversees all contributed revenue activities, including charitable operations and government affairs, for one of Philadelphia’s most iconic institutions. Previously, he led all external relations and fundraising as Chief Development Officer for Philadelphia Zoo, where he worked closely with the Zoo’s board, staff and donor community to implement best practices in fundraising and develop a culture of philanthropy. This led to the dramatic expansion of charitable giving and government support and resulted in the first major exhibit renovation in over a decade. Prior to his role at the Zoo, Mr. Batiancila served as Executive Director of Campaign Operations at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation where he led efforts for its $1 billion comprehensive campaign, For Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs. He got his start as an AmeriCorps member with City Year, where he ultimately rose to serve as Co-Executive Director in Philadelphia. He has also served as Aramark’s Director of Community Relations, executing the community involvement strategy for one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable corporate brands. Neil received his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and graduate degree at Temple University’s Fox School of Business.
About Neil Batiancila
Neil Batiancila was recently appointed to the role of Chief Advancement Officer for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He oversees all contributed revenue activities, including charitable operations and government affairs, for one of Philadelphia’s most iconic institutions. Previously, he led all external relations and fundraising as Chief Development Officer for Philadelphia Zoo, where he worked closely with the Zoo’s board, staff and donor community to implement best practices in fundraising and develop a culture of philanthropy. This led to the dramatic expansion of charitable giving and government support and resulted in the first major exhibit renovation in over a decade. Prior to his role at the Zoo, Mr. Batiancila served as Executive Director of Campaign Operations at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation where he led efforts for its $1 billion comprehensive campaign, For Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs. He got his start as an AmeriCorps member with City Year, where he ultimately rose to serve as Co-Executive Director in Philadelphia. He has also served as Aramark’s Director of Community Relations, executing the community involvement strategy for one of Philadelphia’s most recognizable corporate brands. Neil received his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and graduate degree at Temple University’s Fox School of Business.
