I am a progressive fundraising professional with over 15 years of experience in higher education fundraising. I provide leadership and support in the areas of Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, Donor Relations with additional oversight of the UF Alumni Association Board of Directors. I also provide support to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and oversee the leadership gift strategy ($1M-$5M) for the organization. I work closely with deans/directors, senior directors and their teams to maximize private support by assisting with long-term comprehensive fundraising strategies and prospect development. One of my greatest accomplishments was being recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 people to watch by the San Antonio Business Journal in 2012. I also have extensive experience in developing annual giving strategy, cultivating and soliciting major gifts, high-level stewardship and engagement, personnel management, and leadership. Additional skills and attributes include public speaking, networking, leadership, creativity, and collaboration. Top 5 strengths according to Tom Rath's book entitled "Strengthsfinder 2.0."Achiever, Futuristic, Includer, Woo, Arranger (2019)Learner, Belief, Futuristic, Focus, Achiever (2015)