Meghan Russell is an experienced Director of Development in the higher education industry with a proven track record of successful fundraising. With a strong focus on Annual Giving, Major Gifts, and Leadership, she has worked in various positions at Vanderbilt University and The Ohio State University. Additionally, Meghan has held positions at Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee and Belmont University. She earned her Master of Education in Organizational Leadership and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Neuroscience, and English from Vanderbilt University.

Currently serving as Vanderbilt University's Director of Development - Alumni Engagement, Meghan is a skilled fundraiser with a passion for engaging with alumni and donors. Her experience ranges from program coordination to leadership of annual giving campaigns, and she has worked extensively in arts and sciences development.