Phil Waclawik

Director of Development - School of Industrial Engineering @Purdue Research Foundation

West Lafayette, IN, US

Develop and execute a plan to bring donors to the School and the University through frequent travel and active use of the development process, including solicitation of major gifts, working closely with the Industrial Engineering Senior Managing Director of Development, Associate Vice President for Advancement, Head of the School, and other university development and school academic staff. Responsible for securing major gifts aimed at meeting the strategic goals of the School of Industrial Engineering, its programs, disciplines and the University. Identify and establish personal contact with current and prospective major gift donors whose interest and financial capacity have the greatest likelihood of strategically meeting the School and University fundraising goals, in consultation with the School’s Senior Managing Director of Development, Head of the School, and the Associate Vice President for Advancement.Orchestrate and execute the advancement of relationships with prospective donors through appropriate stages of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. Collaborate with appropriate development and academic staff to develop prospect strategies and build relationships. Use the full complement of the fundraising process, including personal visits to move relationships forward. Ensure appropriate coordination with the School’s director of industry relations as well as corporate and business partners and various unit and University constituencies. Prepare proposals and solicit prospects for gifts in support of the School’s strategic plan and fundraising priorities. Host receptions and other donor events locally and regionally. Provide stewardship of gifts including acknowledgement process, coordinating recognition events, dedications, and working with the University Development Office on appropriate recognition. Become familiar with and understand key initiatives of the School relating to faculty, students, instruction and research.

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial Engineering