KU Giving Magazine
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Leadership
President
Daniel J. Martin | President
The president is responsible for overall management of KU Endowment in accordance with its charter and bylaws. He reports to the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Read President’s Welcome Message
administration
Allison Long | Senior Vice President
The Administration Division encompasses the departments of accounting, document imaging, human resources, information systems, student loans and scholarship administration.
development
Nancy Jackson | Senior Vice President
The Development Division oversees fundraising for all campuses, including development research, donor relations, annual giving, constituent development, the Chancellors Club, corporate and foundation development, gift planning, medical development and scholarship support.
Investments
James G. Clarke | Senior Vice President
The Investments Division is responsible for KU Endowment’s investment programs in accordance with the guidelines and procedures established by the Investment Committee of the Board of Trustees.
property
Monte Soukup | Senior Vice President
The Property Division administers KU Endowment’s investments in real property in accordance with the guidelines and procedures established by the Property Management Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Development Leadership
Our senior development team members can help you with any questions related to making a contribution for all the schools and units listed here, and for any other areas you may want to support.
Nancy Jackson
Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer
785-832-7460
Jim Mechler
Associate Senior Vice President, Lawrence Development
785-832-7328
Kristen Toner
Deputy Athletic Director and Assistant Vice President, Development
785-832-7357
Michael Arp
Assistant Vice President, Lawrence Development
785-832-7410
Whitney Escalante
Assistant Vice President, Lawrence Development
785-832-7463
Nell Lucas
Interim Vice President, Medical Development
913-562-2712
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