Courtney Shaul
Grove City,OH
Summary
Experienced executive leader driving organizational success and fostering collaboration. Proven expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about connecting individuals with their passions and enhancing community engagement through the power of human generosity. Leverages executive leadership and strategic fundraising skills to achieve impactful outcomes. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and a results-driven approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director of Development, College of Nursing and College of Optometry
The Ohio State University
11.2023 - Current
- Provide executive leadership to the College Deans and administration, overseeing advancement activities such as development, constituent engagement, stewardship, and operations
- Lead and manage a team to ensure strategic alignment with university goals and the advancement of major gifts and constituent engagement
Senior Director of Development, Chief Development Officer, College of Nursing
The Ohio State University
04.2018 - 11.2023
- Lead the development of a strategic plan to advance the College of Nursing and The Ohio State University
- Manage and grow a major and principal gift portfolio, engaging alumni, donors, and volunteers in the college's mission and priorities
- Develop and execute short- and long-term plans for annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support, and impactful stewardship initiatives
- Lead the planning and execution of the college's $40 million capital campaign, as part of the $4.5 billion 'Time and Change' University-wide campaign
- Build relationships with donors and manage stewardship programs focused on specific initiatives, including donor recognition and reporting to the University President
Director of Development, College of Dentistry
The Ohio State University
05.2014 - 04.2018
- Managed a portfolio of major gift donors, raising over $5 million annually in support of the College of Dentistry
- Developed and implemented comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure major gifts from alumni, corporations, and individuals
- Played a key role in planning and executing a $25 million capital campaign for the college's facility enhancements
- Led donor stewardship efforts, including recognition and reporting for major gift donors
Associate Director of Annual Giving
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2014
- Led community engagement programs, including three signature events, managing over 80 community partnerships
- Developed and implemented peer-to-peer fundraising tools and campaigns, including the Children's Champion program and Columbus Marathon partnership
- Managed the annual Employee Campaign and identified opportunities to cultivate family foundations, corporations, and individuals for annual gifts
Home Office Development Coordinator
Abercrombie & Fitch
03.2008 - 06.2012
- Cultivated relationships with over 500 corporate vendors to raise $2 million annually through the A&F Challenge
- Coordinated investor summits, quarterly briefings, and corporate activities, providing support to senior leadership
- Managed the budget for the facilities department and supported the establishment of the Corporate Aviation Program
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Public Administration and Nonprofit Management
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06-2007
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Fundraising & Development
- Event Management
- Financial & Budget Management
- Donor & Constituent Engagement
- Public Speaking & Presentation
- Database & Reporting Systems
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Director of Development, College of Nursing and College of Optometry
The Ohio State University
11.2023 - Current
Senior Director of Development, Chief Development Officer, College of Nursing
The Ohio State University
04.2018 - 11.2023
Director of Development, College of Dentistry
The Ohio State University
05.2014 - 04.2018
Associate Director of Annual Giving
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2014
Home Office Development Coordinator
Abercrombie & Fitch
03.2008 - 06.2012
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Public Administration and Nonprofit Management
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English
The Ohio State University
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