(Talladega, AL) Talladega College has named Dr. Kristie L. Kenney as its vice president for institutional advancement.
Dr. Kenney will provide leadership and direction through the planning, organization, coordination, and implementation of the College’s development programs. Her responsibilities will include leading the advancement team in carrying out the institution’s goals and funding priorities as determined by the College’s mission and vision. She will report to the president.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kenney to our senior leadership team,” said Talladega College President Dr. Billy C. Hawkins. “She brings a wealth of experience in fundraising, development, and alumni relations, and has the vision and expertise to elevate our advancement efforts.”
Dr. Kenney previously served as director of annual giving for Christian City, Inc, in Union City, Georgia, where she increased annual giving, donor retention, and employee giving. Prior to joining Christian City, she served as executive director of JSU (Jackson State University) Development Foundation, Inc., where she managed its $52 million assets operation, $3.5 million annual contributions, $17 million endowment, and $1.2 million operational budget.
Dr. Kenney holds a Ph.D. in Urban Higher Education from Jackson State University (JSU), a Master of Science in Higher Education - College Administration and Leadership from Purdue University Global, and a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business from Tennessee State University. She also earned a certificate in fund raising management from the Center for Philanthropy at Indiana University.
Her tenure at Talladega College begins March 8, 2021.
About Talladega College
Talladega College, Alabama’s first private historically black college, is consistently ranked among the best southeastern colleges and top HBCUs in the nation. It was founded in 1867 by two former slaves, William Savery and Thomas Tarrant, and is the home of the renowned Hale Woodruff Amistad Murals.
