Colleen Dobrota Lawson

Colleen Dobrota Lawson, CFRE, has extensive experience in fundraising and development, currently serving as an International Development Officer at Cross Catholic Outreach since March 2021. Prior to this role, Lawson held various positions at Marian University Indianapolis from January 2018 to March 2021, including Director and Assistant Director of Advancement Operations. Experience also includes serving as Director of the Indianapolis Walk to End Alzheimer's at The Alzheimer's Association - Greater Indiana Chapter (March 2016 - November 2017) and Manager of Fundraising and Special Events at the American Diabetes Association (February 2011 - March 2016). Earlier career achievements include serving as a Community Representative for the American Cancer Society (October 2006 - May 2009) and Field Recruiter for the Indiana Blood Center (September 2003 - January 2006). Colleen Dobrota Lawson earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from DePauw University.