Fayetteville State University Appoints New Development Leader
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Fayetteville State University has announced the appointment of Jalisha C. Pone as the associate vice chancellor for development within the Division of University Advancement, effective August 17. Pone brings over ten years of fundraising expertise, particularly in higher education, where she has focused on major gifts, donor engagement, and campaign strategies.
Prior to her new role, Pone served as the senior director of development at Methodist University, where she played a pivotal role in advancing development initiatives aligned with institutional goals, including those for the Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine. In her position at Fayetteville State, she will be responsible for overseeing essential aspects of the university’s development operations, such as major gifts, annual giving, campaign planning, and corporate and foundation relations. Moreover, Pone will collaborate with university leadership to devise fundraising strategies that align with FSU’s priorities and manage relationships with significant and principal gift prospects.
Pone’s Track Record in Fundraising
Wesley Fountain, vice chancellor for External Affairs and University Advancement, expressed enthusiasm about Pone’s return, stating, “Jalisha brings a strong understanding of both advancement and Fayetteville State to this role.” Fountain acknowledged her ability to forge meaningful connections with donors, helping to align their interests with opportunities that can make a significant difference for students and the university.
Pone has a history with Fayetteville State, having worked there from 2016 to 2020 as the associate director of development. During her previous tenure, she successfully managed a portfolio of prospective donors, consistently surpassed annual goals, and secured a $500,000 individual gift. She also led efforts related to corporate and foundation relations and developed donor stewardship initiatives.
Previous Experience and Academic Credentials
Before her time at Methodist University, Pone held various development leadership roles at North Carolina Central University, including director of development for both the School of Business and Student Affairs. Notably, she was instrumental in raising over $3 million during the fiscal year 2022 and formulating a $12 million fundraising strategic plan for the School of Business.
Pone holds a Master of Public Administration from North Carolina Central University and earned her bachelor’s degrees from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational leadership with a focus on higher education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Source: Fayetteville State University
