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Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

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Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Louisiana State University (LSU) is a public, coeducational university with its flagship institution located in Baton Rouge. Founded in 1853 as the Louisiana State Seminary of Learning & Military Academy, LSU currently consists of 15 schools, more than 250 buildings and occupies a 650-acre plateau on the banks of the Mississippi River. Its School of the Coast and Environment and School of Veterinary Medicine have been nationally recognized. LSU is also noted for its extensive research facilities. ranks LSU as the 16th most popular university in the nation and 63rd among public institutions. LSU has won 47 team national championships, 43 of which are recognized by the NCAA, tying them for 6th all-time in total national championships. LSU is also uniquely one of the only higher education institutions in the country where students can study Cajun French.

The Opportunity

Louisiana State University is a vibrant and dynamic university
and here’s a chance for a proactive and strategic thinker to bring
their vision to life as they promote university fundraising to regional,
national and international corporations, foundations and more. Executive
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations is a position where you’ll
take simple ideas and transform them into bold initiatives. Interact with
University leaders and be the voice of LSU to outside sources. It’s
a unique chance to not only inspire and shepherd philanthropic giving, but also
a springboard to building a legacy as a driving force behind one of America’s
leading institutes of higher learning.

By admin|2021-06-20T12:34:24-04:00June 20, 2021|Comments Off

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An innovative and deeply committed thought partner for organizations across a range of sectors, Faith Montgomery equips nonprofit leaders to realize their visions in the world. She synthesizes the many variables of an executive search into a shared reality with her clients, providing vital support and guidance that helps them prepare for new leadership eras. Faith has served clients in education, healthcare, the arts, social justice, and policy with her strategic expertise in how to leverage evolving workplace dynamics and engage teams to unlock their full potential.

Expertise

As a trusted advisor to leaders and boards, Faith is known for prioritizing clarity, communication, and mutual understanding in all of her client engagements. She believes in getting to the root of organizational dynamics and contexts as a critical first step on the path to achieving her clients’ long-term goals.

Faith brings a collaborative approach to recruitment, creating an environment conducive to open dialogue and respect. With a focus on active listening, she asks the right questions to surface pain points and craft effective strategies that enable organizations to navigate challenges and ensure smooth leadership transitions.

Highly skilled in activating commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Faith advises organizations on reducing bias in hiring, building diverse pools of candidates, and mitigating the structural challenges facing leaders of color.

As an executive leader and consultant with Lindauer, Faith has recruited for leadership and executive positions across higher education, healthcare, think tanks, arts and culture, independent schools, and more.

Experience

Before joining Lindauer, Faith was Vice President of Operations at Columbus Advisors Group, LLC, where she developed organizational infrastructure and protocol, and Vice President of Development at Easter Seals Massachusetts, where she led major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, annual fund, and special events, raising millions annually to support people with disabilities.

Faith is Co-Chair of the American Council on Education’s Executive Search Roundtable and serves on the national Board of the African American Development Officer’s Network. She is also a member of Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC) and The Giving Institute. She formerly served on the Boston Chapter Board of Jack and Jill.

A sought-after public speaker, C-suite advisor, and executive-level thought partner, Faith works with integrity, clarity, and a nuanced understanding of leadership dynamics to drive positive outcomes for both organizations and candidates alike.

Education

Faith holds a BA in Communications/Business from the University of Missouri-Columbia and an MA in Interpersonal Communications from Purdue University.