Meghan Hampton
Houston
Summary
Strategic operations and program management executive with over 15 years of experience in leading high-performing teams and developing scalable systems. Proven track record in managing multimillion-dollar initiatives across universities, nonprofits, and corporations. Expertise in transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies while aligning people, processes, and resources for sustainable results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Online Operations
Hoover Institution
10.2021 - Current
- Run the day-to-day operations for a large online engagement program to raise funds (over $4M in 2025) to support the institution’s programs/events/Fellows.
- Program growth of 25% annually since 2021.
- Measure reader/donor engagement and adjust/expand strategies to improve results.
- Create and monitor systems to answer reader/donor questions and requests.
- Developed reports, summaries, and presentations for senior leaders, highlighting program progress and outcomes.
- Planned and tracked program budget ($2M), reconciled costs, forecasted future needs, and managed complex university and vendor contracts.
- Supervised staff and trained team to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Assist in the planning and successful execution of Hoover events across the country.
Chief of Operations
Knox Consulting Group
Houston
03.2019 - 03.2024
- Oversaw daily operations and administration of small consulting firm, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Managed budgets, cash flow, invoices, payments, and tax preparation to maintain financial health.
- Planned and delivered client meetings, retreats, and events across local, national, and international locations, enhancing client engagement.
- Identified new clients and nurtured strong, long-term relationships.
- Created and updated websites, blogs, marketing resources, edited and published four books, newsletters, filmed and edited videos.
Executive Manager, Fundraising
Wesley Mission
Sydney
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Led fundraising department of 35+ staff during transition, overseeing individual giving, online giving, corporate partnerships, events, grants, and major campaigns to ensure continuity and effectiveness.
- Managed annual fundraising plan, aligning daily operations with strategic goals and income targets to maximize fundraising potential.
- Oversaw events and donor activities to demonstrate impact and strengthen relationships with supporters across Sydney and surrounding areas.
Director of Stewardship
University of Sydney
Sydney
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Led team in stewarding donors during $1B+ fundraising campaign, securing $25M+ in renewed gifts and managing engagement with high-level donors contributing over $250M.
- Coordinated annual calendar of 50+ events connecting donors with university students, researchers, and leaders across Australia and internationally.
- Developed comprehensive stewardship strategies for donor engagement and retention.
- Managed large-scale fundraising campaigns to enhance donor relationships.
- Collaborated with academic departments to align fundraising efforts with institutional goals.
Manager, Donor Relations
University of Sydney
Sydney
07.2011 - 12.2014
- Developed programs and processes to thank and engage over 50,000 donors, including launching and expanding three donor groups.
- Established university’s inaugural donor relations team to enhance donor engagement.
- Created award-winning videos, resources, reports, and events showcasing donor impact.
Manager, Partnership Development
Apache Oil and Gas
Houston
11.2008 - 07.2011
- Led team to exceed fundraising goals while managing education and community partnership programs across multiple U.S. cities and the Middle East.
- Managed end-to-end teacher grant processes, including applications, selection, orientation, and post-fellowship reporting, ensuring successful program outcomes.
- Planned diverse events, from small “lunch and learn” programs to large-scale galas, enhancing community engagement and awareness.
Director of Budgets and Operations
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles
03.2005 - 10.2008
- Managed development budgets, operations, and reporting for UCLA’s largest school, College of Letters and Sciences, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Served as primary liaison on financial and operational matters across departments, facilitating collaboration and streamlined processes.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing new systems, space plans, and technology solutions.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and oversaw purchasing, accounting, and office management.
- Trained staff on updated procedures, tools, and compliance standards.
Education
BA - Liberal Arts and Spanish
Baylor University
Waco, Texas01-2002
Skills
- Program leadership
- Financial management
- Change management
- Stakeholder relations
- Social media marketing
- Content creation
- Event creation and coordination
- Publishing expertise
- Database management
- Graphic design
- Video production
- Copywriting and editing
Timeline
Manager, Online Operations
Hoover Institution
10.2021 - Current
Chief of Operations
Knox Consulting Group
03.2019 - 03.2024
Executive Manager, Fundraising
Wesley Mission
01.2018 - 03.2019
Director of Stewardship
University of Sydney
01.2015 - 12.2017
Manager, Donor Relations
University of Sydney
07.2011 - 12.2014
Manager, Partnership Development
Apache Oil and Gas
11.2008 - 07.2011
Director of Budgets and Operations
University of California, Los Angeles
03.2005 - 10.2008
BA - Liberal Arts and Spanish
Baylor University