L. Patton Griffith, Ed.D, Mba, Mpa, Cfre Email & Phone Number

Dallas, Texas, Us

Big Rapids, Mi, Us

Resource Development (IDSL 860) covers the role, rationale, and basic principles of public and private resource development, from millage and bond campaigns to grants and philanthropic fundraising.

Increased market exposure and reduced expenses for a client by modernizing their marketing strategy. Developed standard operating procedures to save a client thousands of recurring dollars in lost inventory. Helped develop an operational strategy that enabled the expansion of a client’s service into neighboring states.Helped organizations solve issues, create value, maximize growth, and improve their performance. Drawing on experience working in various industries, academic skills, and research, provide objective advice and performed SWOT analysis. Suggestions may be aimed at developing and revamping new strategies, restructuring existing operations and departments, and leveraging information systems via various technologies.Served as a change manager and worked to restructure positions, minimize overlapping duties and responsibilities, eliminate operational redundancies, and train 16 employees.

Denton, Tx, Us

Provided leadership with implementing and executing a comprehensive campaign.Assisted in building a successful annual and major gift program, expanding the donor base, and developing a strong alumni community. Assisted in implementing, managing, and reporting Evertrue’s patented Donor Experience program and served as a liaison between Evertrue and the University.Managed a dynamic portfolio of major gift prospects, including foundations and corporations. Cultivated, closed, and stewarded major, principal, and planned gifts.

Denton, Tx, Us

Received recognition as an outstanding faculty from students.Master user of Blackboard, Moodle, and Canvas learning management systems.Adept at reporting student learning objectives and compliance with accreditation, university, and academic department standards.

Denton, Tx, Us

Served as a major gift officer for the University dedicated to cultivating and soliciting major gifts supporting the TWU mission and successfully attaining the $125 million goal of the University’s comprehensive campaign. Reported to the Vice President of University Advancement and the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Served on the College of Arts & Sciences Dean's team to assist in planning and management.Maintained a dynamic portfolio of 100-120 major gift prospects and donors, including alumni, foundations, and friends of the University, focusing on major gifts of $25,000 and above. Attained monthly and annual metrics for in-person contacts, proposals, and funds generated. Assisted with the strategy, design, and implementation of fundraising activities, including annual giving, in-kind donations, campaigns, and special projects for the University and the college.Developed strong relationships with University leaders, faculty, staff, and volunteers to educate, support, and rebuild trust with advancement. Supervised the gift recording, reporting, and acknowledgment process for gifts $5k and larger. Cultivated, closed, and stewarded major, principal, and planned gifts.Researched, organized, and oversaw community foundation grant applications and relations.Achievements included:In FY22, raised $3.2+ million in donations. In FY21, secured $2+ million in support.In FY20, raised $725k+ in contributions.

Eunice, La, Us

Established and maintained positive working relationships with external community agencies and organizations, including area school district superintendents, principals, counselors, workforce partners, and technical colleges and universities.Provided guidance, direction, and leadership to recruiting and admission counselors to set and achieve enrollment targets that resulted in a 30% enrollment growth, achieving the most diverse freshman class, welcoming the second-largest freshman class in 57 years, and graduating the largest cohort of students in institution history.Participated as a pilot site for dual enrollment students to access federal Title IV funding.Coordinated with all academic colleges and departments, marketing team, student affairs, and business operations to provide leadership and streamline enrollment management activities.Served as a key student services division leader charged with delivering excellence and actively contributing to institution-wide enrollment, retention, and completion efforts.Oversaw the partnership between the enrollment management team and athletic coaches that coalesced goals for academic and athletic excellence.Managed the day-to-day operations of the 12-member enrollment management team.Oversaw the following operational offices: Financial Aid, Admissions, Recruiting, Registrar, Economic Development and Continuing Education, LSUE Academy, Dual Enrollment.

Eunice, La, Us

Partnered with over 20 secondary schools throughout the state for dual enrollment programs.Increased dual enrollment by 71% from Spring 2016 to Spring 2017, by 80% from Fall 2015 to Fall 2016, and by 33% from Spring 2015 to Spring 2016.Created the first Associate degree program in partnership with a high school campus.Established the LSU Pathway Program, providing academic and extracurricular support to students through a one- or two-year pathway program to the LSU flagship campus.Built alliances with community and regional partners and provided workforce training. Boosted partnerships with LSU Alexandria by recruiting new faculty and expanding courses.Planned and executed student and faculty orientations at offsite locations.Led LSUE’s entry into the national State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA).

Eunice, La, Us

Earned an average of 4.85/5 ratings from over 500+ students and received recognition for achieving excellence in the classroom. Master user of Blackboard, Moodle, and Canvas learning management systems.Adept at reporting student learning objectives and compliance with accreditation, university, and academic department standards.Created three unique courses for both online and face-to-face delivery from scratch.

Eunice, La, Us

Developed and effectively delivered structured academic support services, including admissions, registration, processing of grades, maintaining student and course records, verification of student enrollment, certification of graduation, and production of transcripts and diplomas.Served on the system-wide leadership team for the "Geaux Forward" project of Workday Student, a multi-campus, multi-institution initiative aimed at serving students from recruiting to graduation and beyond.Interpreted and applied the laws and regulations of the state of Louisiana, the Board of Regents, accreditation boards, and state and federal laws relating to admissions, residency, and immigration.Developed and maintained standards and procedures for admissions and records; supervised the evaluation and certification of individual student records related to transfer to other educational institutions, athletic eligibility, and eligibility for benefits from various governmental agencies.Protected the confidentiality of student academic records by enforcing the provisions of FERPA.Ensured the inclusion of all approved administrative changes, records, and updates to the college catalog and class schedules; oversaw the timely and accurate production of class schedules.Facilitated the collection of data elements required by the state and federal government.

Eunice, La, Us

Empowered student leaders by engaging them with various internal & external stakeholders, including Faculty Senate, Courses and Curriculum, and the Council of Student Body Presidents. Learning objectives included sharpening their leadership and engagement skills. Created opportunities for students to participate in volunteerism projects throughout the region. Provided students with the tools needed to lead to not only advance the mission of the College but propel themselves towards future successes.

Advocated for over 7,000 members in various branches of state and local governments.Reduced overhead; increased membership by 20%.Publicized professional events via radio and TV appearances.Managed the website, CRM, and social media. Created and administered surveys and communicated analyses to key stakeholders.

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Dual Major: Political Science, History

Double Major: Associate Of Arts (A.A.), Associate Of General Studies (A.G.S.)