Bob Sweeney

Bob Sweeney is a seasoned professional in the field of philanthropy and university advancement, currently serving as Principal at Sweeney/Philanthropy, LLC since May 2016. Sweeney has a distinguished career at the University of Virginia, where service spans from Senior Vice President for Advancement to Emeritus, contributing to one of the world's largest fundraising campaigns of $5 billion. Notably, Sweeney has held key positions at several prestigious institutions, including as Associate Vice Chancellor for Development at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Vice President for Development at Loyola College in Maryland. Extensive experience in consulting includes roles as Of Counsel at Marts & Lundy, Inc. and a member of the Council for Advancement & Support of Education. Sweeney's educational background includes a Doctorate in Commercial Science and a Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Travel, and Tourism from Niagara University.