RSC Consulting, Inc.

What Others Say About RSC and Founder & CEO, Bob Swaney

"Bob has an extensive set of experiences, ranging from community-sized institutions to those of international scope and reputation. He has an uncommon precision in working with clients to help them understand the opportunities available to them and the critical pathway necessary to meet their goals." —Paul Hogle, Executive Vice President, Detroit Symphony Orchestra

"The Toledo Symphony has been relying on the wisdom and counsel (of RSC) for many years to chart the course for the orchestra’s financial development and ultimate financial stability. In recent years he has helped us recover from the unanticipated and disastrous recession. Bob brings the full spectrum of skills and experience needed in a chief advancement officer for an orchestra. He is a good communicator, planner and has a nimble mind to counter unexpected challenges. He is analytical and a consensus-builder and is respected by trustees with whom he has frequent contact. When he is on site he makes time for strategy meetings at the highest level and spends time with each staff person who is important to the success of our fund raising program." —Kathy Carroll, President and CEO, Toledo Symphony Orchestra

"(RSC) comes to the table prepared and with an open mind. In fundraising…there are so many facets that Bob Swaney is able to expertly analyze to develop roadmaps for his clients to follow towards success. Because he is a true development expert, I know Bob could be helpful to any type of nonprofit organization looking for a plan for raising funds." —Janet Newcomb, Executive Director, Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes 

"(RSC) assisted our orchestra at a time of general chaos and brought a strong sense of direction and purpose to our efforts in Development." —Babs Mollere, Managing Director, Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra 

"I turned to (Bob) as a consultant because he is honest and straightforward, he knows his stuff and he delivered what he said he would. I love working with him and I cannot recommend him too highly." —Carla Johnson, Executive Director, Virginia Symphony Orchestra

"Bob has been a good friend, colleague and unofficial advisor as we’ve started our program here at the Center. I really enjoy his perspective and wisdom. He is a great strategic thinker and can drill into specific issues while also seeing the 30,000 foot view." —Jeremy Hatch, Director of Development, The Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel, Indiana

"(RSC) understands the industry, grasps its challenges and would be an excellent choice for orchestras who want to build a solid financial future with measurable outcomes." —Ken Turchi, Founder and Principal, The Arden Company

"Bob is a firebrand. He has boundless energy, focus, dedication and integrity. Undaunted and undistracted by tangents, Bob moves towards his objectives like a laser. His uncanny ability to separate the important from the merely urgent makes him extraordinarily effective. I would unhesitatingly recommend Bob for nearly anything. He has my unwavering respect and admiration." —Ryan Singer, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra