Director of Development
Professional Background
Holly Rio’s background combines an early career in retirement planning with more than twenty years of experience in higher education development and external relations roles, in which she has provided leadership for a variety of signature annual fundraisers and other high-profile events. A relationship builder, she works with donors, volunteers and community members to advance the Callier Center’s fundraising and friend-raising goals.
Summary of Current Role
Works closely with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, to provide leadership for the Callier Center’s signature annual fundraiser, the Callier Cares Luncheon, drives its growth, fundraising successes and donor engagement while providing strategic oversight of stewardship efforts for donors to the Callier Center.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing, California State Polytechnic University
