Whitney Sweat
About Whitney Sweat
Whitney Sweat serves as the Director of Development at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2019. She has a diverse background in development and philanthropy, with previous roles at several universities and organizations, including the University of Tennessee and the American Red Cross.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Whitney Sweat serves as the Director of Development at The George Washington University. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to fundraising and development initiatives within the institution. Her role involves strategic planning and execution of development programs that support the university's goals.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Whitney Sweat has extensive experience in higher education development. She worked at the University of Tennessee as the Leadership Annual Giving Coordinator from 2012 to 2015. Following this, she served as the Associate Director of Development at Vanderbilt University from 2017 to 2019. Her roles in these institutions focused on enhancing donor engagement and fundraising efforts.
Background in Philanthropy
Whitney Sweat has a background in philanthropy, having worked as a Regional Philanthropy Officer for the American Red Cross from 2015 to 2017. In this role, she was responsible for developing and implementing strategies to increase philanthropic support for the organization.
Educational Qualifications
Whitney Sweat holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She also earned a Master's degree in Marketing from Florida State University, completing her studies there from 2011 to 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in development and fundraising.
Early Career and Internships
Whitney Sweat began her career with various roles in higher education and nonprofit organizations. She worked as a Program Counselor at Meharry Medical College from 2008 to 2011 and held a Graduate Assistant position at Florida State University in 2011-2012. Additionally, she completed a marketing internship at Florida State University in 2012, gaining practical experience in development and marketing.