Director of Alumni Relations Resume Example

Director of Alumni Relations · Boston University

Boston, MA · 2018 - Present

• Increased alumni engagement metrics by 35% through the implementation of targeted digital campaigns and regional events, engaging over 60,000 alumni annually.
• Managed a budget of $1.5M, optimizing resource allocation to support 150+ annual events and programs.
• Oversaw the successful launch of a new alumni mentorship program, connecting 500+ students with alumni professionals in its first year, achieving a 90% satisfaction rate.
• Collaborated with the development team to identify and cultivate major gift prospects, contributing to over $5M in documented gifts and pledges from alumni.
• Grew alumni donor participation by 20% through personalized outreach and improved stewardship efforts.

Associate Director of Alumni Engagement · Northeastern University

Boston, MA · 2012 - 2018

• Developed and executed a comprehensive young alumni engagement strategy, resulting in a 40% increase in participation among graduates from the last decade.
• Managed a portfolio of 250+ alumni volunteers, growing the volunteer base by 15% annually and enhancing program delivery.
• Successfully planned and executed 75+ events per year, ranging from small regional gatherings to large-scale campus reunions attracting 2,000+ attendees.
• Implemented a new alumni survey strategy that improved response rates by 25% and provided actionable insights for program development.
• Identified and cultivated 50+ new alumni donors, contributing to a 10% increase in the annual fund from alumni constituents.

Alumni Relations Manager · Emerson College

Boston, MA · 2008 - 2012

• Coordinated all aspects of alumni communications, including newsletters, email campaigns, and social media, reaching 20,000+ alumni.
• Supported major fundraising campaigns by assisting with donor research, proposal development, and stewardship activities.
• Organized 30+ alumni events annually, improving event attendance by 20% over four years.
• Recruited and managed 100+ alumni volunteers for various initiatives, including career networking and admissions support.
• Developed comprehensive event briefs and post-event analysis reports to continuously improve program effectiveness.

Master of Science in Nonprofit Management · Northeastern University

Boston, MA · 2006 - 2008

• Specialized in Higher Education Administration and Philanthropy.
• Completed capstone project on donor retention strategies for university alumni programs.
• Achieved a 3.9 GPA.

Bachelor of Arts in Communications · University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst, MA · 2000 - 2004

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
• Awarded Dean's List for six consecutive semesters.
• Member of Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society.

Director of Global Alumni Engagement · University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Alumni Association

Chicago, IL · 2018 - Present

• Led a team of 8 to develop and implement a strategic plan that increased international alumni engagement by 45% and annual giving by 30% over three years, raising over $5M for university initiatives.
• Revitalized the international alumni chapter network, growing active chapters from 12 to 25 across 10 countries, resulting in a 60% increase in global event attendance.
• Designed and launched a digital engagement platform for global alumni, boosting online interaction rates by 55% and expanding reach to 50,000+ alumni worldwide.
• Secured 15 new corporate partnerships for international alumni mentorship programs, providing career opportunities for 200+ current students and recent graduates.

Associate Director of Alumni Relations · University of Wisconsin-Madison Alumni Association

Madison, WI · 2011 - 2018

• Managed a portfolio of 500+ major gift prospects, contributing to over $10M in alumni donations over seven years, exceeding annual targets by an average of 15%.
• Orchestrated 75+ large-scale alumni events annually, including homecoming and regional gatherings, attracting 15,000+ attendees and fostering a 20% increase in alumni participation.
• Implemented a new alumni volunteer leadership program, recruiting and training 100+ volunteers who supported 30+ university programs and events.
• Analyzed alumni demographic and giving data to identify key engagement trends, informing strategy that increased young alumni giving by 25%.

Alumni Relations Coordinator · Purdue University Alumni Association

West Lafayette, IN · 2008 - 2011

• Coordinated logistics for 40+ alumni events per year, ranging from small networking mixers to large-scale annual galas for 500+ guests.
• Managed alumni communications, including monthly e-newsletters and social media campaigns, resulting in a 15% increase in email open rates and a 20% growth in social media followers.
• Maintained and updated the alumni database (Raiser's Edge) for 150,000+ records, ensuring data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Recruited and supervised 10-15 student volunteers for alumni engagement initiatives and campus tours.

Master of Science in Higher Education Administration · Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL · 2006 - 2008

• Thesis: "The Impact of Digital Engagement on Alumni Philanthropy in Public Universities"
• Awarded Dean's Scholarship for academic achievement

Bachelor of Arts in Communications · University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI · 2001 - 2005

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, GPA: 3.8/4.0
• Member of Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Association Honor Society