The University Advancement Team
Connect with the Cal State Monterey Bay giving team for guidance and support while joining a shared vision to expand opportunity, strengthen community and create lasting impact.
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Connect With Our Team
We’re here to help you find meaningful ways to support students and programs that matter most to you.
Leadership
Mike LaPlante, Vice President for University Advancement
“This is an exciting time in the history of Cal State Monterey Bay. There are truly no limits to what we can accomplish, to the futures we can shape and to the impact we can have.”
Administration
- Claudia Velazquez, Assistant to the Vice President
Annual Giving
- Susan Mangan, Senior Analyst, Annual Giving
Advancement Services
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Scott Machado, Senior Director of Advancement Services
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Vincent LoForti, Director of Donor Relations
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Ashley Owens
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Marge Sanico
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Mary Hernandez
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Natasha Harbert
Our Directors of Development
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Amanda da Graca, Director of Development
Serving the College of Education, College of Health Sciences and Human Services, Library, Student Success, Career Services and Service Learning.
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Jessica Ruiz, Director of Development
Serving the College of Business, Athletics, Osher Life Long Learning Institute, Undergraduate Research and Affinity Centers.
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Coming Soon, Director of Development
Serving the College of Science and the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
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Questions? We’re Here to Help.
Our offices are located in the CSUMB Alumni and Visitors Center. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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University Advancement
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