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Karin Klim is Suffolk University’s new vice president for advancement, succeeding Colm Renehan, who retired earlier this year.
Klim comes to Suffolk from Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. As Rider’s vice president for university advancement, she led five successive years of record-breaking fundraising and spearheaded Rider’s $80 million capital campaign, a goal which has already been surpassed. As the campaign’s lead fundraiser, she personally secured several multimillion-dollar gifts that benefited the university's business school, its science and technology center, and endowed scholarships.
Before moving into higher education, Klim worked for Merrill Lynch as a financial advisor. She holds a bachelor of science degree in marketing and management from Montclair State University.
“Karin understands the essential role that building a strong alumni network and strengthening a culture of philanthropy plays in helping a university better serve its students and deliver on its mission,” says President Marisa Kelly. “Her fundraising experience, commitment to our mission, and her leadership skills will help position us for the further success of our advancement operation.”
