Suela M. Thomas
Director of Advancement at Princeton in Asia- Claim this Profile
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Daniel Petrocelli
Suela was a wonderful addition to our team. Although with us for only a short time, she brought a new energy and enthusiasm to the team, and helped create an atmosphere of collegiality as we built our program. She also brought a variety of skills that were not extant in our team, helping to bridge some rather sizeable gaps between development and the Dean's office. Although new to development, Suela is a quick learner, and eager to educate herself on not only the practice of institutional fundraising, but the different aspects of the University. Had she been able tor remain with us, I would have sent her to the CASE conference for new development staff - I recommend anyone hiring her to do the same. I guarantee a hundredfold return on investment. Suela is kind, thoughtful, eager to put in effort, and intelligent. She has a great sense of humor, and a calming manner that will make her very successful with alumni and other prospects/donors. It was a treat to mentor and employ such a talented person.
Steve Catalano
Suela continues to manage the growing ISA meeting each year with skill and confidence to generate a dynamic experience for both academics and publishers. A highly talented marketing director.
Daniel Petrocelli
Suela was a wonderful addition to our team. Although with us for only a short time, she brought a new energy and enthusiasm to the team, and helped create an atmosphere of collegiality as we built our program. She also brought a variety of skills that were not extant in our team, helping to bridge some rather sizeable gaps between development and the Dean's office. Although new to development, Suela is a quick learner, and eager to educate herself on not only the practice of institutional fundraising, but the different aspects of the University. Had she been able tor remain with us, I would have sent her to the CASE conference for new development staff - I recommend anyone hiring her to do the same. I guarantee a hundredfold return on investment. Suela is kind, thoughtful, eager to put in effort, and intelligent. She has a great sense of humor, and a calming manner that will make her very successful with alumni and other prospects/donors. It was a treat to mentor and employ such a talented person.
Steve Catalano
Suela continues to manage the growing ISA meeting each year with skill and confidence to generate a dynamic experience for both academics and publishers. A highly talented marketing director.
Daniel Petrocelli
Suela was a wonderful addition to our team. Although with us for only a short time, she brought a new energy and enthusiasm to the team, and helped create an atmosphere of collegiality as we built our program. She also brought a variety of skills that were not extant in our team, helping to bridge some rather sizeable gaps between development and the Dean's office. Although new to development, Suela is a quick learner, and eager to educate herself on not only the practice of institutional fundraising, but the different aspects of the University. Had she been able tor remain with us, I would have sent her to the CASE conference for new development staff - I recommend anyone hiring her to do the same. I guarantee a hundredfold return on investment. Suela is kind, thoughtful, eager to put in effort, and intelligent. She has a great sense of humor, and a calming manner that will make her very successful with alumni and other prospects/donors. It was a treat to mentor and employ such a talented person.
Steve Catalano
Suela continues to manage the growing ISA meeting each year with skill and confidence to generate a dynamic experience for both academics and publishers. A highly talented marketing director.
Daniel Petrocelli
Suela was a wonderful addition to our team. Although with us for only a short time, she brought a new energy and enthusiasm to the team, and helped create an atmosphere of collegiality as we built our program. She also brought a variety of skills that were not extant in our team, helping to bridge some rather sizeable gaps between development and the Dean's office. Although new to development, Suela is a quick learner, and eager to educate herself on not only the practice of institutional fundraising, but the different aspects of the University. Had she been able tor remain with us, I would have sent her to the CASE conference for new development staff - I recommend anyone hiring her to do the same. I guarantee a hundredfold return on investment. Suela is kind, thoughtful, eager to put in effort, and intelligent. She has a great sense of humor, and a calming manner that will make her very successful with alumni and other prospects/donors. It was a treat to mentor and employ such a talented person.
Steve Catalano
Suela continues to manage the growing ISA meeting each year with skill and confidence to generate a dynamic experience for both academics and publishers. A highly talented marketing director.
Credentials
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Excel Essential Training (Office 365/Microsoft 365)
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Inclusive Mindset for Committed Allies
LinkedInOct, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
CASE Summer Institute in Educational Fundraising
Council for Advancement and Support of EducationJul, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Proposal Writing Boot Camp, July 25-27, 2017
Foundation Center
Experience
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Princeton in Asia
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United States
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International Affairs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Advancement
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Aug 2023 - Present
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Stevens Institute of Technology
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Leadership Annual Giving
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Apr 2019 - Jul 2023
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Columbia University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Development and Grants Manager at Columbia University Press
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Apr 2016 - May 2018
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University of Arizona
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Director of Development
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Jul 2015 - Feb 2016
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International Studies Association (ISA)
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United States
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International Affairs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Sep 2008 - Dec 2015
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Education
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Stevens Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Sustainability Management -
University of Arizona
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public and Nonprofit Finance -
University of Arizona
B.A., Journalism