Following many years of dedicated service to the Foundation Relations team, I am excited to announce that Rudy Reyes will be transitioning to the West Region, effective August 15. In his capacity as Director of Regional Development, Rudy will focus on cultivating a portfolio in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on Seattle and Portland.

Rudy came to Notre Dame in 2001 to pursue graduate degrees in medieval theology and history, having earned undergraduate degrees in philosophy and theology at St. Mary’s University (San Antonio, Texas). He joined University Relations in 2009, playing a key role in the creation of the academic advancement and its ideation model. He led the rapid growth of the foundation relations team from 2011 to 2015, most recently serving as director of strategic foundation initiatives. Prior to joining the development team, Rudy served on the executive team of Better World Books as its managing director of sales.

I am confident that Rudy’s broad experience as an entrepreneur and an academic will serve our team well. Please join me in welcoming Rudy to his new role in service of Our Lady’s University.

Best,

Stu Fortener