Ashley Van De Velde - Assistant Director of Development, Major Gifts - Staff Directory

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Ashley Van De Velde

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Assistant Director of Development, Major Gifts
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Ashley Van De Velde joined the Tennessee Fund in January 2026 and serves as an Assistant Director of Development, Major Gifts. In her role, she focuses on identifying and securing major gifts in support of Tennessee Athletics.

Prior to joining Tennessee, Van De Velde held the position of Assistant Director of Donor Engagement & Strategic Communications with the University of Oklahoma Sooner Club where she focused on designing and implementing all stewardship communications materials, as well as overseeing premium game day experiences for athletics donors, beginning in October 2023.

Ashley graduated in 2023 from the University of Oklahoma with a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism and minors in Spanish and sports business. She earned a Master of Education in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration in 2025, also from the University of Oklahoma.