Jon Firmature

About Jon Firmature

30+ years of extensive experience in economic development, business/nonprofit operations,…

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Peru State College Foundation Inc

   Jul 2025 — Present · Peru, NE, US

   Fundraising & Donor Relations: Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive fundraising initiatives, including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, capital campaigns, and special events. Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, alumni, foundations, business partners, and campus and community partners.Leadership & Strategy: Provide visionary leadership in the development and execution of Foundation initiatives. The candidate is expected to lead, motivate, and develop current and future staff members. Collaborate with the Board of Directors, Foundation staff, and college leadership to ensure alignment with institutional goals.Financial Management: Oversee the Foundation’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability. Work closely with the Foundation’s Controller and the Board’s Finance & Investment committees.Board & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, providing them with regular updates, guidance, and recommendations. Engage key stakeholders including alumni, faculty, staff, and the regional community in the Foundation’s mission.Marketing & Communications: Implement marketing and communication strategies to increase the visibility of the Foundation, promote giving opportunities, and strengthen community engagement.Operational Management: Assume responsibility for operations of the Foundation, including staff supervision, policy development, and program execution. Ensure all operations comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Education

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  BA, Psychology

  1985 — 1990

• University of Nebraska at Omaha

  BA, Psychology

  2012 — 2019

Skills

• Process Management
• Customer Retention
• Customer Service
• Business Strategy
• Small Business Development
• Coaching
• Consulting
• Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Recruiting
• Web Marketing
• Public Speaking
• Online Marketing
• Online Advertising
• Email Marketing
• Event Planning
• Retail
• Small Business
• Marketing
• Account Management
• Branding & Identity
• Strategic Partnerships
• Business Development
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Training
• New Business Development
• Management
• Team Building
• Sales Management
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media
• Business Planning
• Sports Management
• Advertising
• Lead Generation
• Strategic Planning
• Sales
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Mergers