Eric Billman previously served as Director of Advancement for The University of Melbourne and The University of Queensland and Senior Director of Development at Georgetown University and University of Wisconsin. He started his development career at his alma mater, Carnegie Mellon University and served as Campaign Consultant for Ketchum, Inc. (now Pursuant). 

Billman has provided campaign leadership in over 25 campaigns that collectively raised over $5 billion, including four that each raised over $1 billion.

He is co-author of a book, The Art and Science of Donor Bliss: Raise (More) Money, Make Friends and Embrace the Joy of Giving, a handbook for donors and development officers that encourages donors to create sustainable impact through their giving. 

Billman earned his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Purdue University and received his master’s degree in business administration from Carnegie Mellon University.