University of Rhode Island Director of Athletics Thorr Bjorn sits down with ADU’s Tai M. Brown at the 2023 NACDA Convention to talk about perspective – as a new grandparent, as a long-tenured AD and as a leader championing up-and-coming staff members. Bjorn discusses the importance of institutional collaboration in fundraising and capital development, noting that the Rams have planned $60M – $80M in transformational renovations over the next 3-5 years with support from the state. Further, Bjorn shares his strategies for collaborating with his staff to position team members for opportunities that align with their long-term aspirations.
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