The Webb School has announced the appointment of Jonathon Hawkins as Director of Alumni and Development. The announcement was made in a message from Head of School Ken Cheeseman to the Webb Community. His appointment is effective July 1.

"Jonathon's experience in alumni and development, both at Webb and at the collegiate level, will benefit our Webb community as we look to continue to grow our annual fund and consider an ambitious capital campaign in the near future," said Cheeseman.  "Beyond his experience, Jonathon's warmth, kindness, and ability to communicate effectively will also enhance the culture of philanthropy at Webb."

Since 2017, Hawkins, a Murfreesboro resident, has served as Webb's Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving and most recently as Associate Director for Alumni and Development. Prior to his service at Webb, he was Executive Director of Alumni and Development for Cumberland University from 2006-2017.   He is a two-time graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science with a major in mass communication and a Master of Education in administration and supervision with a concentration in higher education. 

“It is an honor to be named as The Webb School's Director of Alumni and Development, and I am thankful to Ken Cheeseman and the Board for their confidence and trust in me. I am eager to lead the Alumni and Development Office and its hardworking team to even greater success in support of the school's mission,” Hawkins said. “As a current team member, loyal donor, and father of a Webb graduate, I am excited now more than ever about Webb's position within the educational landscape and how fundraising and alumni engagement can make a transformational impact on the school's future. 

"As so many have said before, there is a lot to love about Webb including its beautiful campus and pastoral location, unique history as one of the south's leading boarding schools, commitment to honor and personal integrity, and, most importantly, strong focus on outstanding academics. Through our continued investment in academics while also strategically improving athletics and arts programs as well as the physical plant, Webb is well-positioned to become the boarding/day school of choice within the region."

While at Webb, Hawkins has been the lead for the annual giving campaign exceeding the Webb Fund goal in each of the last seven years, increasing Webb Fund totals by 32% in the last four years, and accomplishing record Webb Fund numbers in Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024. He works collaboratively with the Alumni and Development team, key leadership, and volunteers to achieve fundraising goals established by the Board of Trustees and Head of School. In addition, he serves as primary liaison for the Alumni Board and its subcommittees, Class Agent program, and is responsible for annual reunion events and activities. Hawkins was involved in the $4 million Webb 150 endowment campaign and served as chair of the highly successful 150th anniversary celebration.