David is responsible for planning and directing the Center’s fundraising, including the Center’s Annual Fund, major gifts, capital campaigns, and sponsorships.

A Jamestown native, Niles pursued acting in New York City’s live performance community before finding a niche in high-end event production. Since returning to Chautauqua County in 2020, he has served as Program Director, and then Advancement Director, at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute. During his tenure at RTPI, Niles drove significant growth in attendance, membership, and annual fund contributions.

You can reach him at dniles@roberthjackson.org or (716) 483-6646.