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Attain Partners named a 2026 WTOP News Top Workplace. Employee-driven recognition honors the firm's people-first culture, mission-driven work, and commitment to helping employees grow. McLean, Va., July 1, 2026 - Attain Partners has been named a 2026 WTOP News Top Workplace, an employee-driven recognition honoring Washington, D.C.-area organizations that foster strong workplace cultures and put their people first. Now in its 13th year and newly presented in partnership with WTOP News, the regional Top Workplaces program is based on confidential employee feedback collected through the Energage Workplace Survey, a research-backed assessment of key drivers of culture and employee engagement. Previously presented in the region by The Washington Post, the Washington, D.C. Top Workplaces program is being carried forward by WTOP News in partnership with Energage. WTOP News recognized award-winning employers across four categories during its June 18 Top Workplaces celebration at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia. "Being named a Top Workplace is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of our incredible team," said Greg Baroni, Founder and CEO of Attain Partners. "From the beginning, we set out to build a next-generation, built-to-last, values-driven consultancy where talented professionals can do their best work and advance their careers in service of missions that matter. This recognition affirms what we believe at Attain Partners: when you put people first, invest in their growth, and stay grounded in shared purpose, you create enduring impact for clients, communities, and humankind." The recognition builds on a strong year of workplace honors for Attain Partners. In 2025, the firm was named one of Consulting Magazine's Best Firms to Work For, a national honor evaluating consulting firms across culture, career development, work/life balance, client engagement, compensation and benefits, and leadership. Attain Partners was also named one of Washingtonian magazine's 2025 Great Places to Work, an honor based on anonymous employee surveys and a review of company benefits. Together, these distinctions reinforce Attain Partners' reputation as an employer of choice in consulting and across the Washington, D.C. region. Attain Partners' WTOP News Top Workplace recognition reflects the firm's continued investment in its people, including robust benefits, professional development, career growth, a culture of service and collaboration, and expanded leadership and expertise to support clients. These investments help employees grow professionally, serve clients with excellence, and contribute meaningfully to the communities where they live and work. "As we grow and embrace new technologies, our people remain our greatest differentiator. Innovation matters because it helps us solve bigger, more complex challenges for our clients. Culture is what allows that innovation to take root - with teams who feel supported, challenged, and inspired to serve with excellence," Baroni added. "This honor belongs to every member of our team. I am grateful for the culture they build every day and am energized by the work ahead as we continue to create a place where our people, clients, and communities can thrive together." About Attain Partners. Based in McLean, Va., Attain Partners is a leading management and technology consulting firm delivering services and solutions to advance client missions across the education, nonprofit, healthcare, and state and local government landscapes. For more information, please visit attainpartners.com.

Attain Partners has appointed Karl Otto as Executive in Residence for Advancement, bringing expertise in aligning data, technology and operations for fundraising organisations. Otto previously served as Executive Director of Philanthropy Analytics and Business Intelligence at Providence Health System, where he built an enterprise analytics function supporting over 40 foundations. In his new role, Otto will expand Attain Partners' Advancement advisory services and work with institutional leaders to modernise data and technology environments. His experience includes serving as inaugural Chief Technology Officer for University Development and Alumni Relations at UC Berkeley, where he led technology and operations through a $6 billion campaign launch. Otto has also held leadership positions at the University of Oregon Foundation and University of Washington School of Medicine, focusing on CRM implementations and analytics platforms.

Attain Partners welcomes Karl Otto as Executive in Residence, Advancement. June 03 2026 - 1:57PM PR Newswire (US) Advancement technology and analytics leader to help institutions translate data and systems into measurable fundraising performance MCLEAN, Va., June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Attain Partners today announced that Karl Otto has joined the firm as Executive in Residence, Advancement. Mr. Otto brings a distinctive focus on aligning data, technology, and operations to help fundraising organizations perform at their highest level, enabling Advancement teams to spend more time where it matters most: with donors. Mr. Otto joins Attain Partners with deep experience leading analytics, technology, and operational strategy across higher education and healthcare fundraising organizations. He most recently served as Executive Director of Philanthropy Analytics and Business Intelligence at Providence Health System, where he built and scaled an enterprise analytics function supporting fundraising operations across a network of more than 40 foundations. "Karl's experience sits at the intersection of Advancement strategy and the platforms that enable it," said Reshma Patel-Jackson, Managing Partner at Attain Partners. "From CRM implementations to analytics and data architecture, he understands what it takes to turn complex systems into practical tools that drive engagement and results. His perspective will be invaluable as we continue to evolve our Advancement and digital offerings." In his role at Attain Partners, Mr. Otto will collaborate with growth, digital, and delivery teams to expand Advancement advisory services, support complex client engagements, and contribute to thought leadership across the Advancement ecosystem. He will work closely with institutional leaders to modernize data and technology environments, strengthen decision-making through analytics, and enable more effective, scalable fundraising operations. "Karl brings a powerful combination of strategic insight and hands-on experience building the systems that Advancement organizations rely on every day," said Kristi Phillips, Managing Director of Growth at Attain Partners. "He understands how to translate data and technology investments into real advancement outcomes. That perspective is critical as our clients look to modernize while continuing to meet ambitious revenue goals." Prior to Providence, Mr. Otto served as the inaugural Chief Technology Officer for University Development and Alumni Relations at the University of California, Berkeley, where he led a large, distributed technology and operations team through the launch of the university's $6 billion campaign. His earlier career includes leadership roles as Chief Operating Officer for the University of Oregon Foundation, Director of Development for the Seattle Men's and Women's Choruses, and Major Gift Officer at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Throughout his career, Mr. Otto has focused on helping organizations navigate CRM implementations, data warehouses, analytics platforms, and the organizational change required to make those investments successful. His work consistently centers on building environments where Advancement teams are equipped with the insights, tools, and processes needed to deepen donor relationships and accelerate growth. About Attain Partners Based in McLean, Va., Attain Partners is a leading management and technology consulting firm delivering services and solutions to advance client missions across the education, nonprofit, healthcare, and state and local government landscapes. Attain Partners is committed to helping mission-driven organizations achieve measurable outcomes through strategy, technology, and data-driven insight. For more information, visit attainpartners.com. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/attain-partners-welcomes-karl-otto-as-executive-in-residence-advancement-302790560.html SOURCE Attain Partners