Blair Kirkwood

Blair Kirkwood is a seasoned development professional with extensive experience in fundraising and donor relations. Currently serving as Senior Development Officer at The Ringling since September 2022, Blair has previously held key positions such as Director of Development at Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida and Major Gifts Specialist at Community Hospice & Palliative Care. Other notable roles include Development Officer at Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Assistant Director of Annual Fund Programs at Columbia University, and Annual Fund & Marketing Coordinator at Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation. Blair began a career in management as General Manager at Gigi's Cupcakes of Sarasota and gained foundational experience as Program Center Manager at Ruffalo Noel Levitz. Blair holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication from the University of South Florida.