Brian Bishop
About Brian Bishop
Brian Bishop serves as the Assistant Vice President for Development at Mays Business School, Texas A&M Foundation, where he has contributed to the institution's growth and athletic success through strategic fundraising initiatives since 2017.
Work at Texas A&M Foundation
Brian Bishop has held multiple roles at Texas A&M Foundation, contributing significantly to the institution's development efforts. He began as a Gift Planning Officer from 2005 to 2008, where he focused on strategic fundraising initiatives. Following this, he served as Senior Director of Development for the Corps of Cadets from 2008 to 2013, before transitioning to the Mays Business School in the same capacity from 2013 to the present. Since 2017, he has been the Assistant Vice President for Development at Mays Business School, where he has played a key role in enhancing the school's growth and success.
Education and Expertise
Brian Bishop studied at Texas A&M University from 1987 to 1991, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in development and fundraising. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in the educational sector, particularly at Texas A&M, has equipped him with the skills necessary to secure funding for scholarships, programs, and facilities.
Background
Before his career in development, Brian Bishop worked as a Claims Specialist at State Farm Insurance from 1994 to 2004 in the Houston, Texas area. This role provided him with valuable experience in client relations and management, which he later applied to his fundraising efforts at Texas A&M Foundation and the 12th Man Foundation.
Achievements
Brian Bishop has been instrumental in securing funding for various initiatives at Texas A&M, including scholarships and facilities. His commitment to supporting championship athletics at Texas A&M has been evident through his strategic fundraising initiatives, which have contributed to the university's athletic success.
Current Role at 12th Man Foundation
Since 2019, Brian Bishop has served as Vice President at the 12th Man Foundation in Bryan/College Station, Texas. In this role, he continues to leverage his extensive experience in development and fundraising to support Texas A&M's athletic programs and initiatives.