Type Of Business:
University
Expertise:
Relationship building at all levels
Major Product/SVS:
Higher education
Hobbies/Sports:
Walking; Pyrotechnics
Education Degrees:
Master fo Science, Purdue University; Bachelor of University Studies in Psychology and Kinesiology, University of New Mexico
Affiliations Awards:
Council for Advancement and Support of Education; Board President, Museum of Natural History, Morro Bay, CA; Board President, Santa Fe Symphony & Chorus, Inc.; Numerous Committees and Advisory Boards; Presenter, Regional and National Conferences; Workshop Leader, Numerous Advancement Topics
Industry:
Education Administration
Date of Distinction:
3/2/2012
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
She builds relationships on campus, with colleagues and community partners.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
The highlight of her career was when she worked with one corporation that brought in $27 million to the university in 2002.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered by her peers as someone who was ethical.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
She would like to solve hunger.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
She would like to have lunch with Thomas Jefferson, because he was a Renaissance man.
Charity:
Co-Founder, Santa Fe Youth Symphony; Founder, Swimming Program for the Disabled, YMCA, Lafayette
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her sincerity and honesty, as well as being a good listener, hard worker and always following up on information.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always enjoyed and was successful in building relationships.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Developing and maintaining contacts for major gift and endowment funds; Developing and maintaining relationships with individuals, corporations and law firms; Proposal writing; Handling foundation and alumni work
Education Certifications:
Certificate in Fund-Raising Management, New York University
Awards/Honors:
Honorary Member, Purdue Student Foundation Board, Purdue University
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Bowdich hopes for continued growth in the areas of corporate development and fundraising.