Michael Pasquarella
Be sure the Culture is right. People will shine and Results will follow.
- Role
- Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of the Foundation at Eastern Connecticut State University
- Location
- Schenectady, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Pasquarella
My passion is servant leadership.
Experience
Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of the Foundation
Eastern Connecticut State University
Jan 2026 — Present · Willimantic, CT, US
Lead the newly formed Office of Development and Alumni Engagement.*Guide the strategic planning, program development, and resource alignment to advance a reimagined model for impact and growth.*As Executive Director of the Foundation, and in collaboration with the Foundation Board, oversee operations - including compliance, fiscal accountability in gift administration, donor stewardship, and investment management.*Partner with the Foundation Board to support best practices in governance, strategic alignment, and university engagement.*Invest in staff development through intentional mentoring and mission-aligned change management.*Prepare and manage operating budgets for Development and Alumni Engagement.*Serve as the President\'s primary advisor on advancement matters and ensure proactive, transparent communication regarding Foundation and fundraising initiatives.*Represent the University in official capacities as requested by the President, including advocacy with civic organizations, elected officials, and governmental agencies.*Collaborate with leadership across the Connecticut State Colleges and University system on shared goals and initiatives.*Support positive employee and labor relations.*Promotea safe, inclusive, and respectful campus environment through policy adherenceand staff training.
Education
Canisius University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
1982 — 1986
Indiana University Bloomington
Master of Science (MS), College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
1986 — 1988
Skills
- Event Planning
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Management
- Annual Giving
- Program Development
- Non-Profits
- Grant Writing
- Public Relations
- Philanthropy
- Stewardship
- Event Management
- Planned Giving
- Board Development
- Community Outreach
- Strategic Planning
- Teaching
- Grants
- Leadership Development
- Research
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