Perfect Associate AD

[CajunJack55]

He wasn’t let go at Louisville. He left to take the Atlanta falcons job. He ended up going back years later after getting fired from Arkansas for having an affair with his assistant and spending one year at WKY. We beat his ass that year.

Bill Synder technically "retired" at Kansas State in 2005 then came back in 2009, although theres really no comparison between Hud and Snyder...

[JamesTheJeweler]

It is a hard no from me and it has nothing to do with the Trump issue. I want people that represent the university well and can be trusted. I would not trust Hud with money or to not tarnish the reputation of our athletic department.

Bro.....we have Martin Hall. You think those are trustworthy people? LoL

[cajun4life]

Bro.....we have Martin Hall. You think those are trustworthy people? LoL

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[HoustonCajun]

I would love to see Hud in that #2 AD role outlined. Forgive the past.....look forward. He was very honest and contrite in his interview with Ragin' Review crew last year. His ramp up to full speed would be by far better than anyone not familiar with the Lafayette region business community.

Most people do forgive over time.....it's human nature. When it comes to Hud, I'm one of them.

How do we know if Hud might want to someday be an AD and stop coaching. Here is his opportunity to be an Associate AD, head up fundraising for RCAF, and if our current AD ever leaves, move into that position. He would have to make more money than a HS coach and can be given financial incentives for increasing fan excitement, attendance, revenue, and our athletic profile nationally. With a new stadium on the horizon, now would be the perfect time to start, or start once he finishes coaching this season.

Why do we keep bringing in outsiders when we have someone who has the knowledge base and name recognition that Hud has and a proven record of achievement in this area? And, from what I read, his family loves Lafayette. We will never know unless we ask.

This is the current opening at UL as posted on another thread. Should someone contact Hud and gage his interest?

Associate Athletic Director/Senior Director of Athletics Development
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Position Title: Associate Athletic Director/Senior Director of Athletics Development

Department: 8911F|General Athletics-Foundation

Responsibilities:

The Associate Athletic Director/Senior Director of Athletics Development will possess exceptional fundraising, management, and leadership skills, and will partner with the Deputy AD/Executive Director to lead fundraising and donor relations efforts for the Ragin’ Cajuns Athletic Foundation (RCAF). This position is primarily responsible for leading a team of development professionals as well as managing a portfolio of prospective donors with a goal reaching both individual and team fundraising objectives. Will be required to work occasional evenings and weekends throughout the year, as well as travel on a frequent basis.

In collaboration with the Deputy AD/Executive Director, the Associate Athletic Director/Senior Director of Athletics
Development develops and implements strategies for leadership annual and major gift fundraising to generate private contributions supporting the top priorities of Louisiana Athletics, including student-athlete support, unrestricted needs and capital projects

Under the direction of the Deputy AD/Executive Director the Associate Athletic Director/Senior Director of Athletics Development will:

-Supervise, mentor and lead a team of development professionals, setting clear direction with well-defined measurable goals and ensuring accountability for meeting those goals
-Manage a portfolio of 100-125 major gift prospects, develop effective moves management strategies, and lead prospects through the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship cycle
-Creates sophisticated and best practice major gift fundraising strategies for Department of Athletics and assigned sports fundraising priorities (capital projects, unrestricted support, endowments, planned gifts, etc.)
-Serve as member of leadership staffs, including Louisiana Athletics External Leadership Team and Advancement Leadership Team, as directed by the Deputy AD/Executive Director
-Collaborate with Associate AD for Sales & Service to ensure (a) development and execution of effective communication plan outlining priorities and case for support of Louisiana Athletics; (b) consistent, clear communication with existing donors regarding priority point system, annual contributions, tickets, premium seating; and (c) timely acknowledgment of all support of the Ragin’ Cajuns
-Lead the RCAF Donor Relations team to ensure development and execution of effective stewardship strategies for all leadership annual and major gifts;
-Partner with the ticket office to ensure (a) seamless collaboration and consistent communication across all revenue generations teams; and (b) effective collaboration and execution of premium seating strategies for existing and prospective donors.
-Meet with Athletics leadership, including coaches, to document and confirm fundraising priorities; creates fundraising materials
-Provide strategic advice and direction to Deputy AD/Executive Director and other leadership on major gift prospect strategies and steps that involve leadership
-Work collaboratively and at the direction of other Office of Development professionals to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and effectively coordinate all major gift donor efforts
-Work with RCAF/Athletics/University staff to secure pertinent information for writing and creating donor giving opportunities, solicitations/proposals and stewardship reports
-Solicit prospects for Premium Seating and RCAF Annual Fund as assigned
-Negotiate gifts and pledges in accordance with adopted gift acceptance policies and procedures; submits appropriate materials to accurately record gifts and pledges in donor database
-Research and implement University and industry best practices on major gift donor stewardship.
-Collaborate with RCAF Donor Relations staff to deliver high-quality donor engagement
-Direct and coordinate major donor participation for out-of-town games, playoff games, and special events during the post-season.
-Run reports and analyze data to monitor personal metrics and team metrics; take action to achieve goals
-Serve as staff liaison with RCAF Board of Directors sub-committee(s) as assigned
-Prepare and enter call reports in a timely manner. Maintain accuracy of records by providing updates for donor database and following established protocols for use of data
-Travel locally, regionally, and nationally to meet with qualified prospective donors based on their ability and inclination to make gifts.
-Actively participate in RCAF and Office of Development staff meetings and retreats
-Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

-A Bachelor's degree is required
-At least 5 years of experience in Athletics Sales/ Development or University Advancement/ Development.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Master's degree
-A strong affinity toward and understanding of intercollegiate athletics, including an interest in enhancing the student-athlete experience through philanthropy

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as customer service skills necessary
-Ability to lead others and create opportunities for growth
-Superior interpersonal and collaborative skills
-Proven track record of building relationships and soliciting gifts
-Capable of crafting proposals and other professional documentation
-Self-motivated with the ability to achieve goals and metrics
-Ability to direct major gift activities to achieve goals
-Ability to both prioritize given assignments and multi-task effectively
-Ability to work collaboratively and follow organization rules and guidelines
-Ability to think critically and exercise sound judgment and decision making

[fanof71]

Here's his email...go for it...mhudspeth@gsboe.org

[SMD7636]

I would financially support Hudspeth returning to UL in fundraising. He addressed his past mistakes on Ragin Review and admitted he was too focused on fundraising then coaching. He’s proven to raise funds and have them materialize with the APC among other things. Let’s go get Hud!

[Esqueleto]

I would financially support Hudspeth returning to UL in fundraising. He addressed his past mistakes on Ragin Review and admitted he was too focused on fundraising then coaching. He’s proven to raise funds and have them materialize with the APC among other things. Let’s go get Hud!

You'd be crazy not to take him back in a heartbeat if he's be willing to come in a fundraising capacity.

[facelessjonmoon]

You'd be crazy not to take him back in a heartbeat if he's be willing to come in a fundraising capacity.

And student attendance would likely increase overnight. Hud wouldnt let the admin mess with the Greeks.

[Cajunsmike]

I would financially support Hudspeth returning to UL in fundraising. He addressed his past mistakes on Ragin Review and admitted he was too focused on fundraising then coaching. He’s proven to raise funds and have them materialize with the APC among other things. Let’s go get Hud!

In that same interview he indicated coaching is his main interest for the foreseeable future.

[Turbine]

In that same interview he indicated coaching is his main interest for the foreseeable future.

This is true.

[CajunVic]

. . . some would say the future is no longer foreseeable . . .

[Rainman66]

Bro.....we have Martin Hall. You think those are trustworthy people? LoL

No I don’t, but it doesn’t mean I like having them or would rehire them.