Annette Patterson
President

Annette@TheAdvancementFoundation.org
TAF Main Office: 540-572-4542

Annette Patterson is founder and president of The Advancement Foundation. Prior to establishing The Advancement Foundation, Annette served as Chief Development Officer for Stetson University during a $200 Million Campaign and as Vice President for Institutional Advancement for Salem Academy and College where she led a $75 million campaign. Annette has served as consultant for The Diocese of Richmond and trained over 30 primary and secondary schools in strategic planning and fundraising.

Nickie Hawkins
Director of Innovation Services

Nickie@TheAdvancementFoundation.org
TAF Main Office: 540-572-4542

Nickie began her career in Lynchburg, Virginia working with at risk and emotionally disturbed children in therapeutic settings including: schools, camps, private homes, and counseling offices. She became interested in the non-profit field through volunteering with The Greater Lynchburg Habitat for Humanity on the Family Selection Committee before moving into a full-time role as Volunteer Coordinator. During her time at Habitat for Humanity she transitioned to the professional role of Fundraising  Manager. Her family relocated to several states before settling in Botetourt County where she embraced her role as a full-time mom for twenty years, serving her family, church and community in various volunteer positions. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Radford University with minor degrees in Psychology, Sociology, and Technical Writing. She is excited to have joined our team as she returns to the non-profit sector.

Emma Patterson
Director of Resource Development

Emma@TheAdvancementFoundation.org
TAF Main Office: 540-572-4542

Keely Massie
Director of Operations

Keely@TheAdvancementFoundation.org
TAF Main Office: 540-572-4542