Norman Yergen (He/Him)
Vice President Strategic Engagement: Advancement and Marketing at La Sierra University- Claim this Profile
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Lilya Wagner
I have valued Norman Yergen as a colleague and also as the senior fundraiser at an institution that my previous department served. I admired not only his knowledge and capabilities but also his
Michael Russell
I have worked with Norman for four years (and counting) as a best practices consultant around a fundraising software used at La Sierra. While working with Norman has been both personally and professionally delightful over the years (I always learn something new every time we engage), I believe that the highlight of working with him has been his attitude towards the work - he is always asking "how can we do better?" I work with many leaders in fundraising organizations who believe they know all there is to know about this profession. And Norman has been in fundraising a long time - he knows how it works - he's a tried and true fundraiser. But Norman is still open to learning and will engage with me to explore where there are areas of opportunity. He's open to insights that he and others may not have seen - and he will take that new knowledge and add it to his strategy. It is this willingness to grow and try new ideas that I enjoy the most about working with him. The fundraising landscape is constantly evolving, especially in higher education. Norman's original thinking and strategic mindset are the hallmarks of an innovative leader and this trait will be ever more important as we move forward in this ever-changing environment.
Lilya Wagner
I have valued Norman Yergen as a colleague and also as the senior fundraiser at an institution that my previous department served. I admired not only his knowledge and capabilities but also his
Michael Russell
I have worked with Norman for four years (and counting) as a best practices consultant around a fundraising software used at La Sierra. While working with Norman has been both personally and professionally delightful over the years (I always learn something new every time we engage), I believe that the highlight of working with him has been his attitude towards the work - he is always asking "how can we do better?" I work with many leaders in fundraising organizations who believe they know all there is to know about this profession. And Norman has been in fundraising a long time - he knows how it works - he's a tried and true fundraiser. But Norman is still open to learning and will engage with me to explore where there are areas of opportunity. He's open to insights that he and others may not have seen - and he will take that new knowledge and add it to his strategy. It is this willingness to grow and try new ideas that I enjoy the most about working with him. The fundraising landscape is constantly evolving, especially in higher education. Norman's original thinking and strategic mindset are the hallmarks of an innovative leader and this trait will be ever more important as we move forward in this ever-changing environment.
Lilya Wagner
I have valued Norman Yergen as a colleague and also as the senior fundraiser at an institution that my previous department served. I admired not only his knowledge and capabilities but also his
Michael Russell
I have worked with Norman for four years (and counting) as a best practices consultant around a fundraising software used at La Sierra. While working with Norman has been both personally and professionally delightful over the years (I always learn something new every time we engage), I believe that the highlight of working with him has been his attitude towards the work - he is always asking "how can we do better?" I work with many leaders in fundraising organizations who believe they know all there is to know about this profession. And Norman has been in fundraising a long time - he knows how it works - he's a tried and true fundraiser. But Norman is still open to learning and will engage with me to explore where there are areas of opportunity. He's open to insights that he and others may not have seen - and he will take that new knowledge and add it to his strategy. It is this willingness to grow and try new ideas that I enjoy the most about working with him. The fundraising landscape is constantly evolving, especially in higher education. Norman's original thinking and strategic mindset are the hallmarks of an innovative leader and this trait will be ever more important as we move forward in this ever-changing environment.
Lilya Wagner
I have valued Norman Yergen as a colleague and also as the senior fundraiser at an institution that my previous department served. I admired not only his knowledge and capabilities but also his
Michael Russell
I have worked with Norman for four years (and counting) as a best practices consultant around a fundraising software used at La Sierra. While working with Norman has been both personally and professionally delightful over the years (I always learn something new every time we engage), I believe that the highlight of working with him has been his attitude towards the work - he is always asking "how can we do better?" I work with many leaders in fundraising organizations who believe they know all there is to know about this profession. And Norman has been in fundraising a long time - he knows how it works - he's a tried and true fundraiser. But Norman is still open to learning and will engage with me to explore where there are areas of opportunity. He's open to insights that he and others may not have seen - and he will take that new knowledge and add it to his strategy. It is this willingness to grow and try new ideas that I enjoy the most about working with him. The fundraising landscape is constantly evolving, especially in higher education. Norman's original thinking and strategic mindset are the hallmarks of an innovative leader and this trait will be ever more important as we move forward in this ever-changing environment.
Experience
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La Sierra University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Vice President Strategic Engagement: Advancement and Marketing
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Mar 2020 - Present
A highly experienced Advancement Executive who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of professionals to new levels of success in a variety of highly competitive situations, cutting- edge markets, and fast- paced environments. Strong management and nonprofit qualifications with an impressive track record of more than 30 years of hands-on experience in leadership, strategic planning, innovation, and team building. Proven ability to successfully analyze an organization's critical… Show more A highly experienced Advancement Executive who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of professionals to new levels of success in a variety of highly competitive situations, cutting- edge markets, and fast- paced environments. Strong management and nonprofit qualifications with an impressive track record of more than 30 years of hands-on experience in leadership, strategic planning, innovation, and team building. Proven ability to successfully analyze an organization's critical requirements, identify deficiencies and potential opportunities, and develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for enhancing competitiveness, increasing donations, and improving donor relations. Create the Strategic Marketing Plan to increase enrollment over the next 3 years. Supervise the development of Social Media, online advertising, print and strategic communication. Responsible for supervising Public Relation, Medial Relations, Government Relations and Crisis Communications. Continue the Management of the Advancement office, Alumni Engagement and Fundraising.
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Vice President Advancement
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Jul 2012 - Mar 2020
2021 Total Funds Raised Cash and Pledges 4,714,480.00 2020 Total Funds Raised Cash and Pledges $4,142,265.00 2019 Total Funds Raised Cash and Pledges $11,462,647.00 2018 Total Funds Raised Cash and Pledges $6,812,242.00
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La Sierra University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Assistant Vice President Advancement
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2005 - 2012
Nurture relationships with existing major individual donors through personal contact, emails,letters, and phone calls. Working with existing donors,research and identify those with the potential to become major donors and through relationship increase their giving levels. Research, identify, and secure new donor relationships with high potential major donors. Nurture relationships with existing major individual donors through personal contact, emails,letters, and phone calls. Working with existing donors,research and identify those with the potential to become major donors and through relationship increase their giving levels. Research, identify, and secure new donor relationships with high potential major donors.
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Washington Adventist University
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Tacoma Park Maryland
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Vice President Advancement
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2000 - 2005
Centennial Celebration for Washington Adventist University. Kick off event at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts with critical acclaim in the Washington Post. 300 VIP back stage celebration in reception room. One year of continuous events culminating with a spectacular fireworks display. Record Annual Fund--Giving to the University went from $300,000 to 1 million annually. Centennial Celebration for Washington Adventist University. Kick off event at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts with critical acclaim in the Washington Post. 300 VIP back stage celebration in reception room. One year of continuous events culminating with a spectacular fireworks display. Record Annual Fund--Giving to the University went from $300,000 to 1 million annually.
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Alberta Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
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Canada
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Vice President/Secretary
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1995 - 2000
Institutions: 85 churches, 12 K-8 Schools, High School, University, Nursing Home. 8000 members. Institutions: 85 churches, 12 K-8 Schools, High School, University, Nursing Home. 8000 members.
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Education
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1982 - 1984
Andrews University
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Religion -
1975 - 1980
Walla Walla Unversity
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theology/History
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