Dr. Robert L. Walker
Dr. Walker has become known across the state and nation as one of the most experienced fundraisers in higher education.
Education
PhD in Educational Administration, Texas A&M University
MS in Education, Pepperdine University
BS in Marketing, Texas A&M University
Experience
Senior Executive for Development, Texas A&M University
Vice President for Development of Texas A&M University
Executive Director of the Texas A&M University
Development Foundation
Associate Executive Director of the Texas A&M Association of Former Students
Director of Alumni and College Relations at Pepperdine University
James Aston University Chair in Institutional Development
Civic and Professional
Former member, Ed Rachal Foundation Board, Corpus Christi, Texas
Pepperdine University, Board of Regents
Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce, Past President
Rapha International, Fort Worth, Texas, former board member
Read Youth Charities, Magnolia, Texas
Personal
Dr. Walker resides in College Station, Texas where he is active at church, enjoys fishing and spending time with his 3 children and 8 grandchildren. He will complete a book in early 2015 which shares his fundraising stories and theory called Footprints In Aggieland, published by the Texas A&M University Press.Faculty member, Texas A&M University, College of Education
Dr. Sid A. Walker
Sid has experience as a math teacher, coach and headmaster, working in private and public schools, as well as 20 years of fundraising experience in Higher Education.
Education
PhD in Higher Education Administration, Texas Tech University
MBA, The University of Texas at Tyler
BS in Agricultural Economics, Texas A&M University
Experience
The Flippen Group, Educational Consulting Company
VP for Development, Stephen F. Austin State University
Executive Director, SFASU Foundation
Director of Development, Texas Tech University, School of Law
Executive Director, Texas Tech Law School Foundation
President, Fort Worth Christian School
Campaign Director, Stephen F. Austin State University
Director of Development, West Texas A&M University
Executive Director, WTAMU Foundation
Civic and Professional
Mentor & Volunteer - Save Our Streets Ministries
Camp Blue Haven, Las Vegas, NM-Former board member
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce, former board member
Leadership Nacogdoches, Class of 1999
Rotary Club of Athens Board, past member
Mission Internship, Bangkok, Thailand
Personal
Sid and his wife have been married for 25 years, they have 2 sons and one daughter-in-law. He enjoys reading, traveling, health & fitness.
Karen Pearce
Executive Assistant
Karen has worked in higher education fund raising for 25 years; she has previously worked in a legal office and human resource office. She coordinates
and oversees the planning, development and implementation of assigned programs. She provides administrative support, maintains records, and coordinates travel and events. Karen is the initial contact point with customers
for fielding routine questions and resolving problems. She is a multi-tasked person and has working knowledge of several software applications including spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations. Karen is a very good communicator and has the ability to plan and organize various assignments efficiently and
effectively.
Education
Blinn Junior College
New Mexico Junior College
Experience
Texas A&M University - Office of Institutional Development
Texas A&M University System - Office of General Counsel
Texas A&M University - Office of Human Resources
Texas A&M University - Office of the Treasurer
PhytoResource Research
Civic and Professional
CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteer
Junior Service League
Nursery Volunteer – A&M Church of Christ
Personal
Karen is married and has two grown children and four grandchildren. She enjoys traveling, Aggie sports, church activities, gardening,
and spending time with her grandchildren.
