Connecting People to Purpose: Jeff Cogburn on Advancement, Relationships & Gardner-Webb’s Future | WebbChat/S3:E2

What does it mean to advance a university? For Jeff Cogburn, it starts with people.On this episode of WebbChat, host Noel T. Manning II sits down with Jeff Cogburn, Gardner-Webb University’s Vice President for Advancement, for a conversation about relationships, leadership, philanthropy, and creating opportunities for students.Jeff shares the journey that brought him to Gardner-Webb, the experiences that have shaped his approach to higher education and why listening and relationship-building are at the heart of successful advancement work.The conversation also explores the impact alumni, donors, families, corporations, foundations, and friends can have on a university community—from supporting scholarships and student experiences to investing in opportunities that can shape Gardner-Webb for generations to come.Along the way, we get to know the person behind the title as Jeff reflects on leadership, the importance of connecting people with purpose, and what excites him about Gardner-Webb’s future.About WebbChatWebbChat introduces you to the people, ideas, and opportunities shaping Gardner-Webb University—one conversation at a time. Join host Noel T. Manning II as he sits down with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends of the University to share the stories behind the work that’s making a difference.Theme Music: “Reap What You Sow” by Carter McDevitt#WebbChat #JeffCogburn #GardnerWebb #GardnerWebbUniversity #HigherEducation #UniversityAdvancement #AlumniEngagement #Philanthropy #GivingBack #Leadership #StudentSuccess #HigherEdLeadership #BulldogNation #OneWebb