BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Binghamton University announced that David K. Whitmore will join the college on March 10 as its new VP of advancement, executive director of the Binghamton University Foundation, and chief advancement officer. Whitmore currently serves as VP for advancement and academic affairs at Syracuse University (SU), where he led initiatives to advance institutional […]
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Binghamton University announced that David K. Whitmore will join the college on March 10 as its new VP of advancement, executive director of the Binghamton University Foundation, and chief advancement officer.
Whitmore currently serves as VP for advancement and academic affairs at Syracuse University (SU), where he led initiatives to advance institutional engagement and fundraising for cross-campus academic programs.
He worked previously at Cornell University, where he was active in major gifts and alumni affairs. Whitmore led teams to record-breaking fundraising milestones and worked to develop inclusive team cultures and build strong donor networks, according to a Binghamton University news release.
Whitmore was selected following a search process that included faculty, staff, and administrators led by Provost Donald Hall and English Professor Ali Moore.
“David is a development leader with a strong academic focus and 17 years of experience in achieving fundraising objectives,” Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger said. “I am confident that David will significantly enhance our ability to create and deliver crucial fundraising initiatives.”
“With a track record of designing innovative advancement programs and collaborating with diverse campus audiences, David’s leadership will be instrumental in furthering Binghamton University’s mission,” Hall added.
Whitmore holds an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in public administration from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University.
