Powered by Purpose Campaign Cabinet
The leaders of Darden’s campaign champion the priorities of Powered by Purpose, showcasing their unwavering engagement and deep pride in the School. With a clear understanding of how the campaign preserves the Darden experience while propelling the School into the future, these alumni leaders play a vital role in its success.
Campaign Milestones and Impact
- Surpassing $625 million in total impact as of June 2025, exceeding initial goals ahead of schedule.
- Notable contributions, like the $100 million lead gift from David and Kathleen LaCross, mark one of the largest in the school’s history.
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Milestone I Chair Milestone II Chair Vice Chairs H. William Coogan Jr. (MBA ’82) Honorary Chair |
Members J. Andrew Bugas (MBA ’86) Franklin S. Edmonds Jr. (MBA/JD ’95) William K. Daniel II (MBA ’91) Robert G. Doumar Jr. (MBA/JD ’88) John D. Fowler Jr. (MBA/JD ’84) Catherine J. Friedman (MBA ’86) John B. Jung (MBA ’84) Rosemary B. King (MBA ’91) Mark J. Kington (MBA ’88) Lemuel E. Lewis (MBA ’72) Jerry Z. Peng (MBA ’03) Shannon G. Smith (MBA ’90) Lilo Simmons Ukrop (MBA ’89) William P. Utt (MBA ’84) Steven C. Voorhees (MBA ’80) Bradley J. Waitzer (MBA/JD ’87) Robert C. Woodworth (MBA ’73) |
“ This campaign is not a nice to have; it is a must-have. ”