Betsy Nilan-Sakakini

Associate Director, Major Gifts @Cambridge In America

New York, NY, US

Leads fundraising efforts for the University of Cambridge on the West Coast of the U.S. and in New York City, building and managing a portfolio of high-capacity alumni and friends.• Cultivates and stewards relationships with major and principal gift prospects, aligning donor interests with University priorities across departments, faculties, and the 31 Colleges.• Develops and implements tailored strategies for qualification, solicitation, and long-term engagement, resulting in a robust and growing philanthropic pipeline.• Plans and facilitates bespoke donor visits and events, including principal gift-level engagements in both the U.S. and Cambridge; leads joint meetings with the Vice-Chancellor and senior leadership across the University and Colleges.• Manages a portfolio of approximately 90 alumni, with annual targets of 90 high-quality visits—including 40 qualification meetings.• Collaborates closely with University partners to advance shared fundraising goals and ensure a cohesive and compelling donor experience.

University of Virginia

Bachelor's degree, Anthropology

Southern Connecticut State University

Master's Degree, Women's Studies