Meet Our PeopleÂ
Michelle BerrimanÂ
Chief Nester and Co-Founder Fundraising NestÂ
Michelle Berriman is a passionate leader with over two decades of experience dedicated to making a difference in the nonprofit sector. As the Co-Founder of The Fundraising Nest, she champions the belief that generosity has the power to transform lives—not just for those who receive it but for those who give it too.
Michelle’s work is grounded in authenticity and connection. She focuses on equipping fundraisers with the skills, mindset, and confidence they need to thrive, while fostering genuine relationships between organizations and their communities. Her dedication stems from a heartfelt commitment to creating change, empowering fundraisers to embrace their roles as catalysts for meaningful impact.
Known for her down-to-earth style and unwavering belief in the value of giving, Michelle is a sought-after speaker and mentor. She has inspired countless professionals to lead with purpose, integrity, and compassion. Whether addressing a room of emerging fundraisers or seasoned leaders, Michelle’s message remains clear: fundraising is not just about raising money—it’s about creating a better world through generosity.
Above all, Michelle is driven by the knowledge that every act of giving can spark a ripple effect of positive change. Through her leadership at The Fundraising Nest, she continues to help organizations and individuals realize their potential to make the world a kinder, more connected place.
Cory HallÂ
CEO Precision Group and Co-Founder and Philanthropic Investor of Fundraising Nest
A co-founder of the Precision Group, Cory has been the driving force behind Precision since 2008. He has built the company on a vision to invest in innovation, and in people.
​His broad industry expertise sets him apart in the Direct Mail sector: he is equally at home drilling down on donor data and strategic campaign plans, as he is on the manufacturing floor. He is a hands-on MD who ensures he is across every client campaign at all critical stages.
​Cory has a thirst for knowledge, an eye for detail and an absolute commitment to give back to fundraising and fundraisers.
​He was proud to serve as a member of the Fundraising Institute Australia Victoria Committee no invest his philanthropic support to found the Fundraising Nest h professional development opportunities for fundraisers.
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A word from CoryÂ
When I connected with Michelle and learned that she was fired up about providing greater support to the for-purpose sector, I immediately saw an alignment with a vision that the Precision Fundraising team had been wanting to take to market for some time.
We’ve long talked about wanting to formalise a way to provide practical training and coaching for fundraisers. We had already presented several workshops led by luminaries such as Dr Adrian Sargent, Lisa Sargent and Ken Burnett, but we never had the resources to get this off the ground while supporting a growing number of clients.
With the Fundraising Nest, Michelle presented us with the perfect opportunity to formalise this: an opportunity to do something truly special and for the right reasons.
I’m extremely proud to be partnering on this exciting new venture and providing the resources and funding to get it off the ground with Michelle’s hard work and leadership.
Cory Hall
CEO Precision Group Co-Founder of the Fundraising NestÂ
A word from MichelleÂ
I am honoured to be heading this exciting venture. And this venture is about all YOU.
As fundraisers we are exposed to all the wonderful, inspiring, generous, and kind faces of the world. We help create and brings smiles to a world that really needs more smiles . But we are also exposed to the harsh reality and adversity that people, animals, communities and the environment are facing. This leaves a mark: it makes us determined to go that extra mile and can often leave us feeling vulnerable, jaded and unappreciated.
This is WHY this venture is so special. Putting Fundraisers at the heart of what we do is the way to a stronger, healthier, happier, and fruitful sector. These are the shared values of that Cory and I share for The Fundraising Nest. The Fundraising Nest is about building a community, a place where you feel you belong.
I had an idea. Cory Hall had an idea.
Our ideas shared one strong vision: to love fundraisers the way we know we should love donors. We look forward to developing the Fundraising Nest together with everyone who wants to be part of what we are doing, and what we represent.
The Fundraising Nest is an exciting network that provides professional fundraisers with a neutral stomping ground where they can learn, be supported, and support each other. (FYI, it is financially independent of other business ventures under the Precision Group banner and the investment from Cory is to be repurposed into growing the community. What a gift to the fundraising community!)The Community hub of Nest is a competition-free zone. A place where suppliers, fundraisers, partners, and organisations can share their services, knowledge and connect with each other.
I am grateful to Cory and the team at Precision for believing in me and giving US this incredible opportunity to support fundraisers and do cool stuff.
Michelle Berriman
Co-Founder & Chief Nester of the Fundraising NestÂ
