Rachelle Ficke, MBA
About Rachelle Ficke, MBA
Rachelle Ficke, MBA, is a Senior Director at CCS Fundraising, where she has worked since 2022. She has held various positions in prospect development and research at institutions such as Southern Methodist University and The University of Texas at Arlington.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Rachelle Ficke serves as a Senior Director at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2022. Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, she is involved in strategic fundraising initiatives and development efforts. Her role focuses on enhancing client relationships and optimizing fundraising strategies to support various organizations.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Before joining CCS Fundraising, Rachelle Ficke held several positions in higher education. She worked at Southern Methodist University as the Assistant Director of Prospect Development from 2021 to 2022 and as an Advancement Researcher from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she served as the Associate Director of Prospect Coordination & Research at The University of Texas at Arlington from 2016 to 2018.
Internship Experience
Rachelle Ficke gained early experience as an International Visitor Services and Exchanges Intern at the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth in 2011. This internship lasted four months and provided her with insights into international relations and program coordination.
Educational Background
Rachelle Ficke earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Strategy & Entrepreneurship from the SMU Cox School of Business, completing her studies from 2019 to 2021. She also holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees: one in Political Science from The University of Texas at Arlington, obtained between 2007 and 2010, and another in Political Science and Government from Howard Payne University, completed in 2007.
Early Career in Database Management
Prior to her roles in higher education, Rachelle Ficke worked as a Database Coordinator at the Nasher Sculpture Center from 2013 to 2015. This position allowed her to develop skills in data management and support for organizational operations.