Lavarr Barnett
Granger,IN
Summary
Business leader with extensive experience in strategic problem solving and change management. Proven track record in planning and executing initiatives that drive organizational success. Expertise in client relations and relationship building, resulting in increased client acquisition and retention. Creative strategist with strong leadership skills, focused on meeting current and future business needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President – Investor Relations (Remote)
Summit Equity Investments
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Identify and solicit six- to eight-figure equity engagements with potential investors.
- Develop and initiate capital fundraising strategies to enhance financial growth.
- Create and communicate quarterly reports on owned assets to provide transparency for investors.
Trustee – Chair – Advancement Committee
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, IN
05.2022 - Current
- Advise on strategy for college’s inaugural comprehensive capital campaign.
- Collaborate with college officers to create strategic initiatives for campus stakeholder engagement.
- Provide guidance on academic and operational development to enhance institutional effectiveness.
Associate Director, Regional Development
University of Notre Dame du Lac
South Bend, IN
06.2017 - 07.2021
- Responsible for raising six and seven-figure gifts to support university students, faculty, staff, and programs
- Developed and cultivated benefactor relationships in support of Notre Dame’s mission
- Created and implemented effective strategies to connect benefactors with priority initiatives
Summer Associate (Offered)
THK Law, LLP
South Bend, IN
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Drafted business and organizational documents for firm clientele
- Researched and prepared memoranda of law regarding various areas of business and commercial law
- Evaluated and edited firm legal document repository to ensure compliance with state law
Education
Juris Doctorate -
Notre Dame Law School
Notre Dame, IN05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, IN05-2014
High School Diploma -
Culver Military Academy
Culver, IN06-2007
Skills
- Fundraising strategy
- Investor relations
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Capital campaigns
- Relationship management
Timeline
Trustee – Chair – Advancement Committee
Holy Cross College
05.2022 - Current
Vice President – Investor Relations (Remote)
Summit Equity Investments
09.2021 - Current
Associate Director, Regional Development
University of Notre Dame du Lac
06.2017 - 07.2021
Summer Associate (Offered)
THK Law, LLP
05.2016 - 07.2016
Juris Doctorate -
Notre Dame Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Holy Cross College
High School Diploma -
Culver Military Academy
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