Since 2002, Russell Betts has been the Director of Development for the University of Wisconsin Foundation. As such, Mr. Betts is vital to the development and implementation of objectives, priorities and strategies for major gift donations related to capital campaigns, special programs and ongoing fund raising. He also plans and implements recognition for donors, develops and maintains volunteer involvement, and assists with staffing and training volunteers as needed. Mr. Betts graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1994, and immediately began working as the Director of Diversity and Assistant Field Representative for the Wisconsin Alumni Association.