Advancement Team

Meet OBU's dedicated team of advancement professionals whose expertise and experience propel the university’s mission forward. We look forward to partnering with you and introducing you to areas where you can make an impact to advance the mission of OBU.

Julie R Paul — Julie R Paul

Vice President of Advancement and Alumni

Jay Badry — Jay Badry

Senior Director of Development for Leadership Giving

Bryan Baxter — Bryan Baxter

Sr. Director of Development

Faith Buss — Faith Buss

Donor Communications Coordinator

Jordan Cleveland — Jordan Cleveland

Engagement and Events Coordinator

Steve Gage — Steve Gage

Executive Director of Development for Strategic Partnerships and Athletics

Jason Jasper — Jason Jasper

Senior Executive Director of Development

Jill Jefferson — Jill Jefferson

Executive Director of Development/DFW

Crystal McKee — Crystal McKee

Executive Director of Advancement Services and Data Analytics

Jack Moore — Jack Moore

Director of Development
Assistant to the President for Strategic Partnerships

Lea Ann Quirk — Lea Ann Quirk

Executive Director of University Engagement

Melissa Rice — Melissa Rice

Gift Accounting Specialist

Suzanne Shoffner — Suzanne Shoffner

Director of the Advancement Office

Erin Stanley — Erin Stanley

Advancement Grants and Endowment Specialist

Mandy Stewart — Mandy Stewart

Senior Director of Annual Giving