Jessica Coleman Hastings

Jessica Coleman Hastings serves as the Director of Annual Giving at Lynn University, responsible for securing philanthropic support and directing various annual giving programs. As the Owner and Principal of Coleman Hastings Advancement Consulting since 2013, Jessica specializes in providing customized advancement strategies for small- to mid-sized organizations. Previous experience includes a role as Director of Regional Advancement at Eastern Kentucky University, where Jessica led major donor initiatives and managed annual giving staff, as well as teaching Fundraising courses. Additional roles feature positions at KET and Centre College, where Jessica directed significant annual giving programs and achieved notable improvements in alumni participation. Education includes a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor’s degree in English from Centre College.