Advancement Associates  

Richard L. Gerig, M.Ed — PrincipalRichard L. Gerig, M.Ed — Principal

Rich came to Advancement Associates after a long career at Goshen College where, among other positions, he was director of advancement. Combining formal education (Arizona State University) with 30 years of experience, Rich is a unique resource in institutional advancement.

He has developed three areas of expertise:

  1. mentoring new advancement professionals, particularly in areas of enrollment, constituency relations and development;
  2. helping organizations to strengthen relationships with their supporting denominations; and
  3. counseling institutions in their advancement planning.

Rich played the central role in conceptualizing, executing and implementing the Gideon Project, a large-scale study of attitudes about Mennonite higher education.

He has directed international study/service programs in Haiti and Germany.

Contact Rich at rich@advanassociates.com.


I don’t know anyone who’s worked as long and productively in advancement as Rich Gerig. His counsel is based upon the mission and strategy of the organization, and his words attest to good judgment and a wonderful sense of humor.

 

Kent Stucky, Associate Vice President
Loyola University, Chicago

Rich Gerig, M.EdRich Gerig, M.Ed