Jill Meister
About Jill Meister
Jill Meister is the Director of Prospect Development at Yale University, specializing in advancement operations and prospect development. With over 20 years of experience in the development profession, she has held various roles at several educational institutions, including Brown University and the University of New Hampshire.
Current Role at Yale University
Jill Meister currently serves as the Director of Prospect Development at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. She has held this position since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the university's prospect development strategies and advancing its fundraising initiatives.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Jill Meister has extensive experience in higher education development. She worked at Brown University as the Associate Director of Research from 2003 to 2007. Prior to that, she served as the Director of Prospect Research and Management at the University of New Hampshire from 2013 to 2017. Her career also includes roles at Tufts University, Bryant University, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she contributed to various development and research initiatives.
Educational Background
Jill Meister studied at multiple institutions, earning a Bachelor of Science in Management from Franklin Pierce University between 1993 and 1995. She also holds an MBA from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, which she completed from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, she obtained an Associate's degree in Business Administration Transfer from Greenfield Community College from 1988 to 1990.
Specialization in Advancement Operations
Jill Meister specializes in advancement operations, prospect development, and development systems. With over 20 years of experience in the development profession, she has a strong focus on prospect management systems and research shop operations. Her expertise supports organizations in optimizing their fundraising strategies and enhancing donor engagement.
Freelance Prospect Research Services
In addition to her full-time roles, Jill Meister offers freelance services as a prospect researcher. She seeks clients independently, providing her expertise in prospect development and research to various organizations looking to improve their fundraising efforts.