Steve Abbott has a diverse and extensive work experience in marketing, communications, and corporate relations. Steve currently holds the position of Senior Director, Partnerships at the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), where they lead efforts to engage companies in providing innovative solutions for AGB's members. Prior to this role, they served as Director of Corporate Relations at AGB.
Before joining AGB, Steve worked at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), where they launched and managed the Corporate Relations Program. Steve also served as Senior Director, Marketing and Communications, leading a team responsible for marketing, communications, and periodicals.
Earlier in their career, Steve held the position of Vice President, Marketing and Communications at Volunteers of America, Inc. During their tenure there, they built a comprehensive marketing and communications department, achieving milestones such as improved name recognition and establishment of strategic partnerships.
Steve began their career as the Director of Marketing at the Peace Corps, where they were responsible for national marketing and advertising campaigns to recruit college graduates for Peace Corps assignments.
Overall, Steve Abbott has a proven track record of building strong relationships with corporate partners, driving revenue growth, and advancing the missions of the organizations they have worked for.
Steve Abbott has a Master of Science degree in Public Relations from American University. Steve also holds a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning from the University of Maryland Global Campus. In addition, Steve completed a Leadership Development Program at the Center for Creative Leadership. Steve has obtained certifications from various institutions including ASU+GSV Summit (2022), ASU GSV Virtual Summit (2020), and ASU GSV Summit (2017).
March, 2022 - present
November, 2016
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