Molly serves as the primary lead on many SimpsonScarborough projects, working with each college and university to develop recommendations and strategies that meet their unique branding, recruiting, and fundraising objectives. She has built her career on sound market research and translating complex data into strategic findings. As a science junky in college, Molly learned the […]
Being based in Colorado, we were excited to hear that our current Lt. Governor, Joseph Garcia, was named the new President of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE), which works to expand access and opportunity across its 16 member states and territories. Garcia will begin his new role in July. Previously, Garcia served […]
ATSU’s approach to unifying its social strategy across departmental divides has yielded an 879% increase in organic reach on Facebook. by Anne Ackroyd, Public Relations Specialist, A.T. Still University Over the past year, while most public pages have seen a significant decrease in organic reach on Facebook, A.T. Still University (ATSU) has seen an 879% […]
Nancy Fried Foster is a design anthropologist who helps libraries, colleges, universities, and cultural institutions use ethnographic and participatory methods to understand their users and then design spaces, services, and technologies to meet their needs. Dr. Foster served for three years as Senior Anthropologist at Ithaka S+R and for ten years as director of anthropological […]
Philanthropy is critical to helping institutions meet their academic missions, and at its core, it is all about building and maintaining relationships. Although fundraising is just one of the myriad responsibilities overseen by an academic dean, the development officer is a key partner in assisting the dean in achieving those fundraising goals. To find success […]
External partners like local businesses or corporate sponsors can make a significant impact on your college or department’s financial management strategy and long-term sustainability. Partnerships can help you to create new revenue streams, promote cost savings, and/or provide resources and unique experiences for your students and faculty that your department or college may be lacking. […]
As vice president of communications, Debbie Williams leads a team whose work provides fundraisers and the foundation with communication strategy; editorial and creative services; digital engagement; and video production as tools to meet fundraising goals. Williams was previously an integral part of Penn State’s communications efforts, where she served as editor of The Penn Stater […]
Chuck spent the first twenty years of his career in the commercial and investment banking sectors honing his financial analysis skills. In 2002, Chuck transitioned to a tenured faculty position teaching Finance to undergraduate students at Bethel University. He has a passion for the integration of strategic decision making, financial forecasting, and the allocation of […]
Determining if your fundraising professionals are meeting their dollar goals is relatively easy. However, your prospect research and management positions are fundamentally different, requiring an evaluative approach that balances front-line needs with production timeframe realities. Join us online to learn how to develop prospect research and management staff metrics for your shop. Our expert instructor, […]
Most college faculty behave in a professional manner, take their responsibilities seriously, work hard at their jobs, and value their relationships with colleagues. In fact, a recent survey found that college professors are the fifth most satisfied group of employees in the U.S, following pediatricians, singers, aircraft assemblers, and professional fire fighters. The flexibility and […]
