Rivi Frankle

Leading advancement professional and consultant Rivi Frankle has made a career out of helping institutions connect with their stakeholders and communities. During her illustrious, 39-year career at the University of Toronto, she had a transformative impact on career services, alumni relations and fundraising. She spearheaded the Arbor Awards honouring the University’s volunteers, was instrumental in the creation of U of T’s Hong Kong office and was a key player in the Great Minds campaign which raised $1.1 billion.

Since retiring from U of T, she has helped the YWCA of Toronto and the Ontario College of Art and Design University with their advancement operations. She currently serves as assistant vice-president of development, University Advancement, at Ryerson University. Frankle has also mentored, advised and supported scores of advancement professionals during her career, many of whom continue to have a positive impact on the field. In 2010, she received the Manulife Financial Outstanding Achievement Award from the Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education.