Betsy (Elizabeth) Davies Email and Phone Number

• Builds and strengthens relationships with employers across industries to connect them with the College of Engineering’s diverse and growing talent pool.• Coaches undergraduate and graduate students in career development, covering resumes, job search strategies, professional communication, interview preparation, and salary negotiation.• Creates and delivers presentations tailored to student organizations, engineering and computer science classes, and campus-wide audiences, fostering career readiness and professional growth.• Serves as a liaison to campus-wide employer engagement and economic collaborative groups, strengthening partnerships and enhancing opportunities for students and employers.• Manages and mentors a team of 8–10 senior engineering and computer science students as Career Peers, fostering peer-to-peer learning and professional development.• Plans and executes career-related events ranging from large-scale career fairs (180+ employers, 1,400+ students) to specialized employer sessions, maximizing student-employer connections.• Launched PigmanCareers.uky.edu (August 2024), the Career and Co-op Center’s new website, establishing a virtual career center with resources for students, alumni, faculty, parents, and prospective students.• Co-developed the Career Strategy: Steps to Success roadmap (Summer 2024) with the center’s director, providing students with a comprehensive year-by-year guide to career success.• Developed a new appointment category to teach graduating students how to evaluate and negotiate full-time job offers effectively.

• Developed and managed a regional portfolio of major gift prospects across 16 states and Washington, D.C., securing outright, blended, and planned gifts of $25,000+ to advance student scholarships, research programs, and capital projects.• Conducted prospect research to identify new alumni and donor opportunities, resulting in meaningful re-engagement with the College of Engineering.• Collaborated with academic leadership to develop compelling proposals for affinity groups, giving societies, and special project fundraising efforts, aligning donor interests with institutional priorities.• Coordinated the Hall of Distinction Nomination Process, managing all aspects from candidate selection to dossier preparation and board facilitation, ensuring adherence to governance guidelines.• Launched “Wildcat Well Wishes” campaign, connecting alumni with students during the virtual spring semester of 2020, enhancing engagement and fostering community support during the pandemic.• Provided strategic support for philanthropic and alumni events, ensuring alignment with the College’s mission and maximizing donor impact.•Crafted messaging for speeches, social media, and external communications, ensuring alignment with the College’s goals and resonating with diverse audiences to inspire philanthropic support.

• Taught and developed a one-credit course to help first-year students transition to higher education, focusing on academic success strategies and campus resources.• Provided group and one-on-one mentorship to students, including athletes, to support their unique challenges and goals.• Collaborated with student Peer Instructor to create engaging and resourceful class sessions.

• Cultivated and managed a diverse portfolio of annual and major gift prospects, successfully securing donations ranging from $10,000 to $300,000 to support scholarships, faculty programs, and strategic initiatives.• Launched and directed the Faculty and Staff Internal Giving Campaign, raising $94,000 in its inaugural year by implementing targeted outreach and engagement strategies.• Designed and implemented innovative fundraising programs, including the College’s first annual fiscal year-end day of giving, which generated a $25,000 endowed scholarship and increased donor participation.• Secured matching funds for engineering giving campaigns, amplifying the impact of donor contributions and bolstering scholarship opportunities.• Established and managed the College of Engineering’s LinkedIn presence, creating a platform for alumni engagement, employer connections, and student recruitment.• Spearheaded special projects, such as a $250,000 fundraising effort for a North Carolina anniversary event, resulting in multiple $10,000 pledges and a $65,000 endowed scholarship agreement.• Created online content for Giving Tuesday 2016, 2017, and 2018 with online interactions and gifts increasing in frequency. • Served as an internal resource for university-wide development efforts, including the planning and execution of institution-wide giving campaigns.

• Taught and developed a one-credit course to help first-year students transition to higher education, focusing on academic success strategies and campus resources.• Provided group and one-on-one mentorship to students, including athletes, to support their unique challenges and goals.• Collaborated with student Peer Instructor to create engaging and resourceful class sessions.

• Cultivated and managed a portfolio of principal and major giving prospects, fostering relationships that resulted in significant contributions to United Way’s initiatives.• Developed and launched the Women’s Leadership Council, an affinity group dedicated to engaging and empowering female donors, through the recruitment and guidance of a steering committee.• Evaluated donor propensity and capacity to identify and prioritize high-value prospects for major gift solicitation.• Created compelling written proposals and materials to support the CEO in donor meetings, including crafting narratives that resonated with diverse audiences.• Played a key role in increasing donor engagement, leveraging data-driven strategies and personalized stewardship.

• Liaised with federal agencies, congressional leaders, and academic partners to advocate for technology initiatives and secure funding for research and development.• Coordinated advocacy campaigns by drafting and presenting policy proposals that advanced industry priorities in energy, bioenergy, climate, recycling, and workforce development.• Oversaw specific elements of multimillion-dollar Department of Energy grant proposals, ensuring compliance with intellectual property policies and alignment with project objectives.• Facilitated legal and policy analyses between stakeholders to address intellectual property challenges and support strategic partnerships for innovation.• Collaborated with member companies, public affairs representatives, and research institutions to build coalitions and drive consensus on key industry issues.

• Co-supervised one hundred contract attorneys on a telecom merger. Investigated facts and analyzed relevant discovery materials in response to US Department of Justice production requests using Kroll Ontrack software.

• Investigated facts and analyzed discovery materials in response to DOJ and State Attorney Generals’ requests using Kroll Ontrack software and Lotus Notes. Supervised team for Compliance LP. Assisted in internal investigation employee interviews. Wrote legal memoranda for associates’ and senior partners’ review.

• Conducted legal research and writing on civil and criminal issues.

• Prosecuted misdemeanors; aided in the prosecution of felony cases.

• Researched real estate and corporate issues. Drafted legal documents. Filed and monitored motions in civil, criminal, district, and bankruptcy courts.

Monitored media in eight counties. Conducted research. Managed inquiries and addressed constituent concerns.