The School of Health Professions is pleased to welcome Todd Pridemore as the school’s director of advancement starting May 17.

Pridemore joined Mizzou in 2018 as a gift planning and regional advancement officer and was promoted to director of advancement for MU Health Care in 2020. His previous fundraising experience includes the Baptist Home and the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Todd earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries and Wildlife from MU and his Master of Divinity degree from Central Baptist Theological Seminary.

“Todd’s skills and experience in building relationships will benefit our alumni, students, faculty and staff,” said Dean Kristofer Hagglund. “I’m looking forward to working with Todd to strengthen our existing relationships and develop new ones.”

In his new role Pridemore will partner with Michelle Custer, advancement officer; Dean Hagglund; department chairs; and others in the School of Health Professions to strengthen relationships with existing donors and develop new ones.

“I am extremely excited to serve as Director of Advancement for the School of Health Professions,” said Pridemore. “There is so much great work taking place within the school, and it will be a joy and privilege to share those stories with our alumni, friends and donors.”