Allison Dodd, Mpsa
About Allison Dodd, Mpsa
Allison Dodd, MPSA, serves as the Development Operations, Corporate & Foundation Relations at Texas A&M Foundation, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and a Master's of Public Service & Administration from Texas A&M University.
Work at Texas A&M Foundation
Allison Dodd currently holds the position of Development Operations, Corporate & Foundation Relations at Texas A&M Foundation, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she establishes business processes that align mission management with development operations. Dodd oversees the Foundation Excellence Award scholarship program, focusing on cultivating long-term relationships with corporations and foundations. She plays a key role in facilitating donor engagement and stewardship, and is responsible for managing marketing and communication efforts within the Corporate & Foundation Relations team.
Education and Expertise
Allison Dodd earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Texas A&M University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education at Texas A&M University - The Bush School of Government and Public Service, where she obtained a Master's of Public Service & Administration (MPSA) with a focus on Nonprofit Management & Philanthropic Studies from 2015 to 2017. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both social sciences and public service, enhancing her capabilities in development operations.
Professional Background
Dodd has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles within nonprofit organizations. She began her career as a Community Relations Manager for Fundraising & Special Events at Boys & Girls Clubs from 2013 to 2015. Following this, she served as Director of Program & Volunteer Services at the same organization until 2017. Dodd then joined Texas A&M Foundation as a Prospect Research Analyst from 2017 to 2019, and later as a Major Gift Officer in Corporate & Foundation Relations from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she worked as an Academic Success Coach for AmeriCorps in 2015.
Achievements in Donor Engagement
In her current role at Texas A&M Foundation, Allison Dodd is instrumental in facilitating donor engagement and stewardship. She oversees initiatives that strengthen relationships with corporate and foundation partners, ensuring alignment with the foundation's mission. Her efforts in managing the Foundation Excellence Award scholarship program highlight her commitment to fostering long-term partnerships that support educational opportunities.