The National Association of Athletic Development Directors (NAADD) is excited to announce the 16 individuals selected for the Class of 2024 Bobby Purcell Mentor Program.

"The Bobby Purcell Mentoring Program provides a wonderful opportunity for our Executive Committee and Past Presidents to build meaningful relationships with some of the brightest, upcoming leaders in our industry," said Ryan White, current NAADD President. "Our Executive Committee is proud that the 2024-2025 class represents a diverse background from various levels of college athletics. I was fortunate to work for Bobby many years ago at NC State. This program embodies everything he believes in and taught me while working at the Wolfpack Club. Bobby has mentored countless professionals in the fundraising business and through this program his legacy lives on. Congratulations to this talented group of professionals, who I'm confident will continue to have a positive impact on athletics development for years to come." 

Bobby Purcell, of whom the program is named after, has served in a number of capacities since joining the NC State athletics department in 1981. He was Executive Director of the Wolfpack Club from 1991 until he retired in 2020 and in July 2020, he was named a Special Assistant to Athletics Director Boo Corrigan. Purcell has been a champion for mentoring fundraisers on his campus and around the nation his entire career. Purcell's influence is widespread in college athletics, as 26 former staff members serve at other universities. This continued focus on broadening the learning opportunities for the entire membership will allow our organization and our campuses to draw on the power of fresh ideas and perspectives. Purcell served as NAADD President from 2004-05 and was named the 2007 NAADD Fundraiser of the Year and 2014 NAADD Lifetime Achievement honoree.

Bobby Purcell Mentor Class of 2024: