Biography
Keith joined Cornell Engineering as a Major Gift Officer in 2023 where he serves as a philanthropic liaison for Engineering alumni, parents, and friends who are inspired to advance the research and student experience at the College.
Keith first started at Cornell Alumni Affairs and Development in 2011 as one of the first members of the digital innovation team. Developing digital strategies for alumni engagement and fundraising, combined with the enjoyment of building relationships with Cornell volunteers, would inspire a move to frontline fundraising. Keith has supported several areas of campus with advancement roles at The Boyce Thompson Institute (plant sciences) and Cornell Athletics.
Before entering higher education, Keith worked in the entertainment business in Los Angeles where he performed and worked behind the scenes for Nickelodeon, Fox Sports, and Six Degrees Games. Keith resides in Trumansburg, NY where he recently completed six years on the Town Board, while also being consumed by three children for whom he serves as baseball/basketball coach. Keith and his wife Casey recently bought a Trumansburg ice cream business (Trimmer’s) and if you can’t find the family on the athletic field, you’ll probably find them there.