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Executive Director of Foundations and Community Relations
Department: Administration
Office: CC-285
Phone: 651-450-3512
E-mail: kshaff@inverhills.edu
Kim is the Executive Director of Foundations and Community Relations for Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College. As director Kim leads fundraising efforts for both foundations, and provides support for students and the colleges through strategic partnerships with community members and organizations.
Kim has spent her career in nonprofits fundraising, facilitating partnerships, creating programs, working to change systems, and advocating for people who need a little extra support to reach their goals. She sees her work with the foundation as a continuation of serving the community through building mutually beneficial partnerships with individuals and organization to create a state-of-the-art education experience for students which includes assisting students in overcoming financial obstacles to reach their career goals.
Master of Arts (MA) -
Majors: Family Ecology -
University Of Utah
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) -
Majors: Psychology, Sociology -
University Of Utah
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) -
Majors: Human development and Family Studies -
University Of Utah
Development Director
Department: Foundation
Office: CC-279
Phone: 651-450-3407
E-mail: amy.countryman@inverhills.edu
Amy Countryman began her career at Inver Hills in 2024. She is currently the Development Director for the Inver Hills Foundation. Amy has over 20 years of development experience, primarily in the non-profit development space. Raising critical funds, and implementing campaigns along with volunteer and event management have been her life's passion. Amy has had rewarding roles at Special Olympics Minnesota, the American Heart Association, and most recently, the American Cancer Society.
Amy is thrilled about her pivot into academia and is eager to meet and collaborate with the staff, Board, and donors of Inver Hills to positively impact our students' academic journey. She confidently brings her passion, skills, and dedication to this new chapter in my career. and am eager to bring my experience to my new role as Foundation Development Director.
Amy grew up in St. Cloud and is a proud alum of UW-Eau Claire, where she studied Public Relations. She and her husband, their 3 children, and their beloved cockapoo live in Eagan. She is a proud choir/theater and soccer mom. When not in an auditorium or on a soccer pitch supporting her children, you can find her exploring the outdoors on the North Shore, attending live music events, or soaking up quality time with her family and friends.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
Majors: Public Relations, Advertising, and Appli -
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Foundation Accountant
Department: Foundation
Office: CC-280
Phone: 651-450-3643
E-mail: michelle.kleeberger@inverhills.edu
Diploma (DIP) -
Majors: Accounting Careers -
Dakota County Technical College
Master of Science Accounting (MACC) -
Majors: Accounting -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) -
Majors: Accounting -
Saint Marys University Of Minnesota
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) -
Majors: Accountant -
Dakota County Technical College