Bobbi Jo Smith

Bobbi Jo Smith is an experienced development professional currently serving as the Director of Development at Catholic Charities Diocese of Des Moines since December 2022. Prior to this role, Bobbi Jo held various positions at Iowa State University Foundation from March 2013 to November 2022, including Senior Director of Development, where an annual fundraising goal of over $1 million was achieved for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Earlier experience includes roles as Development Coordinator and Development Assistant at Iowa State University Foundation, and as Program Assistant and Secretary at Iowa State University. Bobbi Jo holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Wartburg College, earned between January 1999 and January 2003.