Shawn L. Moore is an accomplished executive with a dynamic 27-year career spanning operations, development, athletics administration, and diversity leadership. Renowned for his ability to transform operations into high-performing ventures, Shawn consistently leverages his entrepreneurial mindset, collaborative leadership style, and strategic vision to drive organizational growth, foster inclusivity, and deliver meaningful community impact.
As the Associate Director of Development in the Athletics Department at the University of Virginia, Shawn oversees fundraising efforts for the university’s Master Plan, with a special focus on the next phase of the new football operations center. He manages a robust donor portfolio of 200 individuals, consistently raising $2 million annually to advance the university’s athletic initiatives. His role encompasses prospect identification, strategic solicitation, stewardship, and the preparation of impactful endowment materials—efforts that have solidified his reputation as a trusted leader in advancement operations.
In addition to his university role, Shawn is the Founder and Operator of MJ & AD DPS, LLC, an Amazon Logistics Delivery Service Partner based in Mesa, Arizona. He established the business from the ground up during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, scaling operations from five employees and trucks to over 100 employees managing 60 delivery vehicles. His expertise in cost optimization and process improvement led to a 20% reduction in operational expenses within the first year of implementation, showcasing his entrepreneurial acumen and operational excellence.
Shawn’s leadership extends to the corporate and nonprofit sectors, where he has held pivotal roles. As Director of Market Development Management at Pastime Foods, he directed consumer engagement and market expansion strategies, securing high-volume growth and significantly enhancing the company’s branding efforts. At St. Christopher’s School, he served as Director of Community and Inclusion, spearheading diversity and inclusion initiatives that increased the school’s diversity by 25% and forged transformative partnerships with city officials and community leaders.
His career also includes impactful roles as Director of Community Relations for the College Football Playoff, where he designed and launched the highly regarded “Extra Yard for Teachers” initiative, and as Assistant Football Coach and Lead Recruiter at the University of Virginia, where his efforts resulted in four consecutive top-25 recruiting classes and a 97% team graduation rate. Earlier in his career, Shawn served as Dean of Students at St. Albans School in Washington, D.C., where he launched programs to support students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Shawn’s achievements are underpinned by his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia. His accolades include induction into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame (2023), recognition as a Heisman Memorial Trophy finalist, and All-American and All-Conference honors during his collegiate football career.
A passionate advocate for equity and inclusion, Shawn has dedicated his career to fostering innovation, empowering communities, and mentoring individuals to achieve their highest potential. Outside of work, he serves on the boards of the Boys and Girls Club and SPARK, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to his community.
With a unique blend of expertise in operations management, fundraising, athletics, and diversity leadership, Shawn L. Moore stands as a transformational leader poised to drive success across sectors.
Character
Shawn L. Moore exemplifies integrity, resilience, and a collaborative spirit, consistently fostering trust and empowering teams to achieve excellence.
Knowledge
With deep expertise in operations, development, and diversity initiatives, Shawn leverages his vast experience to implement innovative solutions and drive impactful results.
Strategic
Shawn’s visionary leadership enables him to align organizational goals with actionable strategies, optimizing resources and delivering measurable growth.
Communication
A skilled communicator, Shawn effectively engages stakeholders, inspires teams, and builds lasting relationships that advance organizational missions.
