Cindy Naegele serves as Associate Dean for Development and Alumni Relations at the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University, where she leads philanthropic strategy, alumni engagement, and advancement initiatives that support the school's mission and future growth.
Naegele brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education, strategic communications, and nonprofit leadership. Throughout her career, she has helped mission-driven organizations strengthen relationships, inspire philanthropy, and translate vision into meaningful impact.
She has held leadership and advancement roles with some of Northeast Ohio's most respected institutions, including the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Foundation, and OhioGuidestone, one of Ohio's leading behavioral health and social service organizations. She also previously served in development at the Case School of Engineering and is proud to return to Case Western Reserve University in this new leadership role.
Frequently ranked among the nation's leading schools of social work, the Mandel School prepares leaders who address complex social challenges through research, practice, policy, and community partnership.
"The Mandel School's nationally recognized reputation for excellence and impact, combined with Dean Dexter Voisin's vision of a school 'powered by purpose' and the momentum of Case Western Reserve University, makes this an exciting time to advance a mission that transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities that improve the world."
Naegele's leadership is grounded in the belief that philanthropy is ultimately about relationships, shared purpose, and creating opportunities that expand human potential and strengthen communities for generations to come.