Advancement Services
Advancement Services provides the broad financial and administrative operations in support of Advancement at Saint Mary’s. This department is responsible for gift administration services and compliance including database management and reporting, gift and records maintenance, and prospect development. They establish principles, adhere to guidelines, and apply technical solutions to further the University’s philanthropic investments.
Director, Advancement Services
Joe Rossong, Director, Advancement Services, supports the big picture areas of alumni engagement, annual giving, major gift fundraising, and other initiatives led by the Vice-President, Advancement. As Director, Joe is responsible for database management and reporting, gift and biographical records management, prospect development, and gift accounting.
joe.rossong@smu.ca
Staff
Chris Pennell
Acting Director, Advancement Services
chris.pennell@smu.ca
Chioma Okorie
Functional Analyst
chioma.okorie@smu.ca
Didi Zhang
Program Assistant
didi.zhang@smu.ca