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Meet the University Development Team

Brad Kochis ('94)

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Chief Development Officer

740-397-9000, Ext. 4131
brad.kochis@mvnu.edu

Brad has oversight of all donor-related programs and fundraising activities for the university, engaging with individual donors, churches and foundations to support MVNU’s domestic and global ministries.

John Mohnasky (’17)

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Director of Development

740-397-9000, Ext. 4134
john.mohnasky@mvnu.edu

John directs the Development team with donor services, data management, endowments, annual giving, and reporting. He is responsible for the overall development operations and works to ensure up-to-date record keeping of gifts to the university.

Mike Cheek (’82)

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Executive Director of Alumni & Major Gifts

740-397-9000, Ext. 4312
mike.cheek@mvnu.edu

Mike returned to MVNU in 2023 to extend the University's efforts to engage our alumni. In Fall of 2024, Mike turned his focus to building relationships with donors specifically for major gifts to the University. He continues to foster relationships with our alumni in this role.

Ed Cable, CPA, CFP®

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Director of Planned Giving

740-397-9000, Ext. 4305
ed.cable@mvnu.edu

Ed collaborates regularly with donors and their advisors to craft strategic plans that accomplish their goals for their family, their church, MVNU, and other worthy causes.

Esther Carpenter

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Gift Receipts and Records Coordinator

740-397-9000, Ext. 4332
esther.carpenter@mvnu.edu

 Esther diligently ensures that every gift is processed, recorded, and receipted properly. She works closely with development staff and Accounting to properly document the philanthropic support of all MVNU constituencies.

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