Brad Kochis
Chief Development & Operations 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.
Darrel George (’08)
Executive Director of Development and Life Calling
740-397-9000, Ext. 4302
darrel.george@mvnu.edu
Darrel serves as the steward of all university development and endowment initiatives. He continues the effective cultivation of philanthropic relationships that support and accelerate the mission of MVNU.
Mike Cheek (’82)
Executive Director of 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®
Director of Planned Giving
740-397-9000, Ext. 4305
ed.cable@mvnu.edu
As Director of Planned Giving, Ed connects regularly with donors and their advisors. His passion lies in collaborating with them to craft strategic financial plans that align with their family's aspirations, their church, MVNU, and other worthy causes.
John Mohnasky (’17)
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.
Esther Carpenter
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.