Sean Wheeler

Sean Wheeler has extensive experience in development and fundraising, currently serving as Director of Strategic Gifts for Special Olympics since May 2022. Prior to this role, Sean was Associate Director of Development at the University of Oregon from June 2019 to May 2022 and held various positions at Colorado State University, including Athletics Development Coordinator in Denver and Athletics Development Assistant for Major Gifts from June 2016 to May 2019. Earlier roles include Athletics Development Graduate Assistant and Athletics Communications Assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University from August 2015 to May 2016, and student team manager positions for men's basketball and football at James Madison University from 2013 to 2015. Sean Wheeler holds a Bachelor of Science in Sport and Recreation Management with a General Business Minor from James Madison University and a Master of Education in Sport Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University.