Leads and manages events involving annual relationship-building and fundraising on campus and at local venues, alumni and parent gatherings on the university campus, donor relations lunches and dinners, groundbreakings and building dedications, special guest speakers, and other events. Creates event plans and makes decisions regarding event execution, including event goals, invite lists, venue, catering, décor and entertainment details, printed materials, personnel assignments, timelines and deadlines, on-site management, general operations, and event follow-up.