New role to focus on organization-wide operational optimization
Brett Fields has recently been promoted to the position of Vice President of Operations for The Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC). In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of OFIC operations including database, scholarship administration, finance, and human resources. OFIC President Bill Spiker shared, “As a part of his new position, Brett will help me with strategic planning and the important annual execution of plans and programs by the entire OFIC team. He will also serve as a staff liaison with select committees of the Board of Trustees. He was selected for this promotion because of his work ethic, passion for his work, and his overall commitment to serving students.”
Brett Fields, OFIC VP of Operations
Joining OFIC in 2014, Fields served as the manager of scholarship services, overseeing all scholarship programs and administration, working as the primary contact for students, families, campuses and donor companies to ensure a seamless scholarship process. Under his leadership, OFIC scholarship management has seen significant growth thanks to attentive stewardship, account management, and process refinement. In 2018, Brett transitioned into the role of director of scholarship services and established the scholarship support team at OFIC. “Brett’s work at OFIC has been great. He’s a respected member of the staff and there’s every indication that his success will position OFIC for a strong future,” stated OFIC Board Chair Randy Marker.
Through its Scholarship Management Resources, OFIC now proudly boasts local and national scholarship partners for both talent acquisition and employee benefit scholarship programs. Through revenue associated with these partnerships, OFIC is able to further its focus of supporting independent, private higher education in Ohio.
Fields earned a bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University and holds an MBA from one of OFIC’s member campuses, Franklin University. After earning his bachelor's degree at Ohio State University and serving as a student caller for donations, he began his career at Franklin University. As a leader within the financial aid office, Brett became familiar with OFIC through administering campus scholarships received through Franklin’s OFIC membership.
“I’m excited for this new role as VP of Operations and look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and success of independent, private higher education in Ohio through our work at OFIC,” said Fields.
About the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges (OFIC)
The Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges believes all students who enroll at a member campus deserve the opportunity to complete their college education. Every day we connect and partner with corporations and foundations to make this dream possible by helping to keep education affordable through scholarships, internships and career opportunities. Our goal is to facilitate an exceptional appreciation of independent higher education and its impact on the state of Ohio’s citizens, economy, and culture. Through OFIC’s Scholarship Management Resources, we create national scholarship opportunities by partnering with organizations in Ohio and beyond. Learn more at ofic.org.