Harry Butch Reynolds
Westerville,Ohio
Summary
Strategic development professional and former Gold Medal Olympic athlete with 30+ years of experience in foundation management, corporate partnerships, and educational program development. Proven track record in identifying funding opportunities, cultivating donor relationships, and securing private support for educational and athletic initiatives. Extensive network of corporate and foundation contacts built through Olympic competition, coaching positions at major universities, and community development work.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1991
1991
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Professor
Ohio Dominican University
01.2015 - Current
- Led interdisciplinary collaboration between Athletics, Academics, and Student Services departments to develop holistic student-athlete support programs
Founder & President
Butch Reynolds Speed Academy
01.2009 - Current
- Developed corporate sponsorship program generating resources through partnerships with athletic equipment manufacturers and sports nutrition companies
- Created scholarship fund through foundation partnerships, providing training opportunities for 200+ economically disadvantaged youth athletes
- Established university pipeline programs with Division 1 institutions, resulting in 95% college placement rate for academy graduates
- Implemented data-driven performance tracking systems to demonstrate ROI to corporate partners and foundation funders
- Coordinated multi-stakeholder initiatives involving parents, schools, and athletic organizations to maximize student-athlete development outcomes
Founder & President
Butch Reynolds Foundation
01.1995 - Current
- Secured over $2M in private funding from corporations and foundations to support inner-city youth development programs across Ohio
- Developed strategic partnerships with 15+ corporate sponsors including Nike, Adidas, and local business communities to fund educational and athletic initiatives
- Created comprehensive grant proposals resulting in foundation funding requests
- Established financial reporting systems ensuring 100% compliance with donor requirements and IRS charitable organization regulations
- Built collaborative relationships with school districts, community organizations, and government agencies to maximize program impact and resource efficiency
- Designed measurable outcomes framework tracking program effectiveness, with documented 90% participant retention and 75% academic improvement rates
Associate Head Sprint Track & Field Coach
Ohio Dominican University
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Secured additional program funding through targeted foundation grant applications and corporate partnership development
- Coordinated recruitment strategy involving multiple university departments, resulting in program enrollment enhancement
- Developed alumni engagement initiatives that increased giving to track program
- Created comprehensive budget proposals and financial reports for university administration and athletic department oversight
- Established community partnership programs with local businesses
First Ever D1 Speed Coach
Ohio State University Football Program
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Pioneered corporate partnership model for specialized coaching positions, private funding for program expansion
- Collaborated with university development staff to integrate speed training program into major donor cultivation strategies
- Developed performance metrics and reporting that demonstrated program value to athletic department leadership and external stakeholders
Assistant Track and Field Coach, Men's & Women's
Ohio State University Track
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Coordinated with university advancement office to identify and cultivate alumni donors for track and field program support
- Managed recruitment budget and developed cost-effective strategies for talent acquisition across multiple states
- Created detailed financial reports for athletic department administration on program expenses and revenue generation
Sprint Coach and Recruiter
Cal Poly University Track
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Developed regional corporate partnerships with California-based companies to support student-athlete development programs
- Coordinated multi-departmental recruitment efforts involving admissions, financial aid, and academic support services
Sprint Coach and Recruiter
Stanford University Track
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Collaborated with university development office to integrate athletic recruitment with major gift cultivation strategies
- Established relationships with Silicon Valley corporations to create internship and scholarship opportunities for student-athletes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHAssociate of Science - Business/Marketing
Butler Community College
Continuing Education - Nonprofit Management, Grant Writing, and Fundraising Professional Development
Skills
- Foundation & Corporate Relations
- Corporate partnership cultivation
- Donor relationship management
- Strategic fundraising planning
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Budget development and oversight
- Compliance and reporting
- Resource allocation strategies
- Program Development & Leadership
- Community outreach initiatives
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Performance measurement and analytics
- Communication & Networking
- Public speaking and presentations
- Stakeholder relationship building
- Media relations and publicity
Affiliations
- The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Lifetime Member - Active in fundraising and development activities
- U.S.A. Track & Field Association, Committee service and corporate partnership development
- NSAS Speed Association, Board member and strategic planning contributor
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Alumni network and community service leadership
Athletic Achievements
- U.S.A. Olympic Team, 1988, 1992, 1996, Extensive corporate sponsorship and media relations experience
- Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist, 1988, Global platform for relationship building
- World Record Holder, 400 Meter Dash, International recognition and speaking platform
- ESPN 30 for 30 Documentary Subject, 2024, Media relations and public representation experience
Hall Of Fame Inductions
- United States Track and Field Hall of Fame
- The Ohio State University Hall of Fame
- Butler County Community College Hall of Fame
- Archbishop Hoban High School Hall of Fame
Additional Qualifications
100+ corporate presentations to Fortune 500 companies and major foundations, Keynote speaker at fundraising events generating $1M+ in donations, Media relations experience including national television, print, and digital platforms, Available for corporate and foundation relations consulting, speaking engagements, and strategic development initiatives
Timeline
Associate Professor
Ohio Dominican University
01.2015 - Current
Associate Head Sprint Track & Field Coach
Ohio Dominican University
01.2013 - 01.2015
Founder & President
Butch Reynolds Speed Academy
01.2009 - Current
First Ever D1 Speed Coach
Ohio State University Football Program
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Track and Field Coach, Men's & Women's
Ohio State University Track
01.1996 - 01.1998
Founder & President
Butch Reynolds Foundation
01.1995 - Current
Sprint Coach and Recruiter
Cal Poly University Track
01.1993 - 01.1994
Sprint Coach and Recruiter
Stanford University Track
01.1991 - 01.1993
Associate of Science - Business/Marketing
Butler Community College
Continuing Education - Nonprofit Management, Grant Writing, and Fundraising Professional Development
Bachelor of Science - Education
The Ohio State University
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