Jill Siegel, Cfre
About Jill Siegel, Cfre
Jill Siegel is the Senior Director of Alumni Affairs and Development at the Yale School of Architecture, where she has worked since 2022. With over 25 years of experience in development, she focuses on enhancing engagement and support for arts and education.
Current Role at Yale University
Jill Siegel serves as the Senior Director of Alumni Affairs and Development at the Yale School of Architecture. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the institution's fundraising and alumni engagement efforts. Her role emphasizes innovative and dynamic fundraising strategies, aimed at enhancing support for the arts and education.
Previous Experience in Development
Jill Siegel has over 25 years of experience in development, primarily within the arts and education sectors. Prior to her current role, she worked at Yale University in various capacities, including Director of Development for both the Yale School of Architecture and the Yale School of Art from 2018 to 2021. She also served as Deputy Director for Advancement at the Yale University Art Gallery from 2004 to 2018, and as Director of Development at the Neuberger Museum of Art from 1998 to 2004.
Educational Background
Jill Siegel earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History and History from the University of Virginia, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing her studies from 1993 to 1995.
Professional Philosophy and Goals
Jill Siegel emphasizes the importance of collaboration in her professional approach. She believes in building a future where arts and education are accessible to all. Her work focuses on creating engaging fundraising and communication programs that foster support for these fields. She values interactions with colleagues, development professionals, and art and architecture enthusiasts to enhance community engagement.
Early Career Experience
Before her extensive tenure at Yale University, Jill Siegel worked as a Development and Marketing Assistant at the Chazen Museum of Art from 1993 to 1996. This early experience laid the foundation for her career in development, where she began to cultivate her skills in fundraising and marketing within the arts sector.