Middle East

Fundraising + Sponsorship

With a robust contact list and years of experience working to secure sponsorship and funding for organizations and properties  such as Special Olympics World Games, International Olympic Committee, Special Olympics International, Crown Prince Court Abu Dhabi, Yale University, American University Cairo, America’s Cup, FIFA, A Very Special Christmas , Shanghai Children’s Fund, Smithsonian, Law Enforcement Torch Run For Special Olympics, our team can help brands and organizations develop and execute their fundraising initiatives from conception through execution.

Capabilities

  • Fundraising Strategy Development
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Sponsorship Sales
  • Cause Related Marketing
  • Sponsor Activation and Promotions
  • Foundation Solicitation
  • High Net Worth and Major Gift Strategy and Campaign Development
  • Special Event Fundraising
  • Crowdfunding
  • Media Partnerships
Peter Wheeler
With more than 40 years’ experience in executive, sponsorship, fundraising and event management for major international sports and entertainment events on four different continents Peter brings an invaluable wealth of knowledge, leadership, and experience to JLC. He has previously led the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 as CEO. In addition to the 2019 World Games, Peter oversaw 5 World Games, co-produced three White House Dinners, high profile events with President Mandela including his 84th Birthday celebration, China Millennium March with Arnold Schwarzenegger and President Zhang Zemin, and numerous other inaugural sports, entertainment, and broadcast events for Special Olympics around the world.

Peter Wheeler

Managing Director, Middle East & North Africa