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Thursday, October 15, 2009
UD appoints new chief fundraiser
The University of Dayton has named James Brothers to its top fundraising role.
Brothers, director of campaign strategies and special projects for UD, has been promoted to associate vice president for development. University officials announced his appointment Thursday, Oct. 15.
In his new role, Brothers will manage a staff of 16 major gift officers and associated staff to attract private funds in support of UD’s strategic priorities.
Last fiscal year, UD attracted approximately $35.6 million in gifts and commitments, according to university officials.
“James has a depth of experience in fundraising and strategic planning that will prove invaluable to our collective success,” said Deborah A.W. Read, vice president for advancement, in a news release. “Throughout his career, he has proven to be extremely competent, persistent, trustworthy and a team player — all while maintaining his hallmark energy and humor.”
Brothers, 42, joined UD in 1996 as a senior development officer/liaison to athletics, a position he held for five years during the university’s $150 million “Call to Lead” campaign. From 2001-2006, he worked in the athletics division as an assistant director of athletics, where he managed the UD Arena ticket office and premium seating program.
During his tenure in athletics, Brothers helped more than double annual contributions, from $1 million to $2.5 million, according to UD officials.
Last December, he rejoined the university’s advancement division in a strategic planning and fundraising role.
Brothers started his career at the University of Wisconsin, where he worked as assistant director of special events in athletics before being promoted to director of development for athletics. There, he raised $12.5 million toward a $45 million basketball and hockey facility.
A Centerville resident, Brothers holds a bachelor’s degree in sports marketing and management, and an master’s in sports administration from Indiana University.
Brothers replaces Nancy Stork, assistant vice president for advancement, who served in the role in an interim capacity since last year.
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