Jon Schaffrath
About Jon Schaffrath
Jon Schaffrath serves as the Senior Director of Development Strategic Initiatives at Harvard Business School, where he has extensive experience in development and fundraising. He also holds positions at Boston University and Harvard Extension School, contributing to professional fundraising education.
Current Role at Boston University
Jon Schaffrath serves as the CPE Program Director for the Professional Fundraising Certificate Program at Boston University - Metropolitan College. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the development and delivery of educational programs focused on professional fundraising. In addition to his directorial role, he has also been an instructor at the same institution since 2011, where he imparts knowledge and skills to students in the field of fundraising.
Experience at Harvard Business School
Jon Schaffrath has extensive experience at Harvard Business School, where he has held various positions within the development office for over seven years. His roles have included Director of Development Strategic Initiatives, Interim Senior Director of Major Gifts, and Associate Director of Major Gifts. He played a significant role in Major Gift fundraising efforts during a Capital Campaign, showcasing his expertise in strategic initiatives related to development.
Educational Background
Jon Schaffrath completed his Bachelor of Science in Management at Boston College from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Certificate in Professional Fundraising from Boston University in 2007. Additionally, he earned an MBA with a focus on Marketing from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business between 2009 and 2013. He also studied Fundraising at Harvard Extension School from 2006 to 2007.
Previous Positions at Harvard Business School
Throughout his tenure at Harvard Business School, Jon Schaffrath held several positions, including Staff Assistant III, Assistant Director of Development, and Senior Development Officer. His career at Harvard Business School spanned various roles from 2006 to 2023, allowing him to gain comprehensive knowledge and experience in development and fundraising strategies.
Early Career Experience
Before his extensive career in development and fundraising, Jon Schaffrath worked at The Country Club as a Function Manager and Banquet Staff from 2001 to 2006. These early roles provided him with foundational skills in event management and customer service, which have been beneficial in his subsequent positions in the nonprofit and educational sectors.