Vivian A. Brown

Vivian A. Brown has extensive experience in fundraising, communications, and management across various sectors. Currently serving as the Annual Campaigns Officer at Wayne State University since March 2023, Vivian also operates VAB Consulting, L.L.C. since December 2021. Prior roles include Assistant Director of the Annual Fund at Miss Porter's School and Communications Specialist and Advancement Associate at Exeter Hospital, where responsibilities included planning fundraising events, developing marketing programs, and fostering community relationships. Vivian directed the Poetry Stage Program at Phillips Exeter Academy and managed operations at Warm Spirit, overseeing budgets and vendor relations. An early career included progressive roles at Aetna, culminating as Assistant Chief Underwriter. Vivian holds an MBA in International Management from Northeastern University and a BA in Economics from Wesleyan University.