Lynn University announced John Len Davis will become assistant vice president for University Advancement. Prior to his appointment, Davis served as senior vice president for advancement at Georgetown College in Kentucky.
At Lynn, Davis will serve a key role in strategizing fundraising initiatives to further support the university's advancement goals. Davis brings expertise, insight and tactics that will help cultivate relationships with donors, engage the community to invest in the university, and rally alumni, faculty and students to support Lynn's strategic priorities.
"John has extensive experience in fundraising, alumni relations, advancement services and public relations," said Gareth Fowles, vice president for Enrollment and University Advancement. "His efforts will directly support our mission to offer an innovative, globally-conscious education, which will attract diverse students to our institution."
Before joining Lynn, Davis exceeded his annual fund goal at Georgetown College for three consecutive years, a first in the college's 193-year history. He also increased alumni giving percentages, demonstrating his ability to engage and lead a community to take action.
An alumnus of Berea College in Kentucky, Davis received the KY Award of Excellence and Award for Special Merit from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). Davis also served as a CASE District III Conference Mentor.
Davis begins his new role on Jan. 9.
