Spelman College announced today the appointment of Salena Gray Jegede, C‘2003, as senior vice president for Institutional Advancement. Jegede, who previously served as the chief of donor advising for political organization Way to Win, will join Spelman on January 2, 2024. Jegede brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, including raising more than $37 million for voting rights activist and attorney Stacey Abrams’, C’95, 2018 campaign for governor.
“We are pleased to welcome alumna Salena Gray Jegede to Spelman College. She will play a pivotal role in advancing the College’s fundraising and development efforts and initiatives,” said Helene Gayle, M.D., MPH, president of Spelman College. “Jegede’s extensive fundraising, fund management and humanitarian experience across multiple industries and organizations, coupled with her passion for and understanding of Spelman College, makes her an ideal choice for this position. She will be a valuable asset to our community.”
As the head of the Division of Institutional Advancement, the senior vice president is responsible for establishing and implementing a strategic vision that informs the College’s fundraising and alumnae engagement efforts. As the chief adviser to the President on fundraising efforts and strategy, Jegede will lead and coordinate all fundraising efforts for the College, direct and evaluate all Institutional Advancement programs, oversee alumnae affairs, and secure the resources required to keep the promise of Spelman as the premier liberal arts institution for women of African descent.
“I am honored to join the Institutional Advancement Team at my beloved alma mater, Spelman College. Spelman’s contribution to the strength of our society is unmatched,” said Jegede. “I look forward to working with President Gayle and the Spelman community to achieve our fundraising goals. We have bold ambitions to reduce the financial burden on students who come to…
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