Blake H. is a Senior Director of Development at Tickle College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee. Colleagues describe them as "Blake was an excellent leader of the Advancement team at Patrick Henry College. He was personable, able, and effective in leading Development and Communications. I was personally and professionally enriched by Blake, and I value him as a colleague and a friend." and "I have known Blake Hudson for more than a decade. I had the privilege of working with Blake as he served as Assoc. Dir. of Development for the Southeast Region of Campus Crusade for Christ (cru). There are few individuals that I've known who have grasped the intricacies of fund development faster than Blake. From the outset, I found him to be a very focused and directed individual in both his personal and professional life. Blake rose quickly as a leader in Campus Crusade. Everyone around him, including me, could trust him with a wide variety of responsibilities and it seemed as though no task was beyond his capability. He was very respected by both those below him and above him in the chain of command. Blake was responsible for coaching and leading local teams in the area of fund development, especailly related to fellowship dinners (banquets) and developing donor relationships. In my role, I kept tracked of all the dinners nationally. If a local team was not doing their job correctly, Blake would take to the road and ensure that the job was done completely, but more important, he ensured that it was done correctly. He also had a unique ability to connect with donors and understand their individual needs. He was a well liked and trusted advisor to a large number of Campus Crusade's donors. I have kept up with Blake in the years since he left Campus Crusade because I have always viewed him to be a "rising star" in the area of fund development. I have tried for years to recruit him back to Campus Crusade because of his incredible giftings. As suspected, he has continued to grow in this profession due to his unique skills mix. To me, he has become a trusted advisor, colleague and I'm proud to also call him my friend. I can count on him to perform every task he is given with thoroughness and excellence. I would recommend him for any position in the future. Sincerely, James W. Dempsey National Director, Fund Development Training The Campus Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ (cru)"