The National Association of Athletic Development Directors (NAADD) is excited to announce the 17 individuals selected for the Class of 2025 Bobby Purcell Mentor Program.
"As we welcome the 2025-26 class into the Bobby Purcell Mentoring Program, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for the incredible journey ahead," said Jen Montgomery, Executive Director of Development at George Washington University and current NAADD President. "This program is designed to foster growth, inspire leadership, and build lasting connections. I am confident that each participant will bring unique perspectives and talents that will enrich our industry. Congratulations on your acceptance, and I look forward to seeing the remarkable impact you will make."
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 2025:
| 2025 Bobby Purcell Mentees |
NAADD Executive Committee Mentors |
| Casey Brummett |
Cara Abraham, College of Holy Cross |
| Mathew Berstein |
Matt Borman, LSU |
| Trapper Lee |
Rob Clark, University of Utah |
| Terence McGowan |
Matt Donovan, University of Indianapolis |
| Bryan Thompson |
Haven Fields, University of Nebraska |
| Brandon Vedder |
Markus Jennings, University of Akron |
| Philip Fusco |
Grant Kelly, Johns Hopkins University |
| Jared Willis |
Howard Milton, University of Illinois |
| Precious Birdsong |
Jennifer Montgomery, George Washington University |
| Anthony Miele |
Jim Senter, UTEP |
| Daniel Wray |
Mahmood Sheikh, University of Idaho |
| Amy Blackbourn |
Scarlett Schneider, Georgetown University |
| Morgan Wallace |
Beth Tafolla-Voetsch, University of California, Berkeley |
| Jared Heldt |
Ryan White, University of Arkansas |
| Ryleigh Gordon |
Jena Virga, Old Dominion Athletic Fund |
| Trevor Starcher |
Jamar Thompson, University of Minnesota |
| Eryn Samuels |
Erin Wissing, University of Virginia |
