Comments on: Longtime advancement VP switching gears and staying on

By: marica clark

marica clark — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:01:41 +0000

The 21-year career of Kirk Shisler at EMU is absolutely amazing he raised $120 million, quadrupled the number of Jubilee Friend Society members, and even changed his role as a senior gift planning advisor to support the $40 million Forward Together initiative. This man’s dedication, patience, and networking skills clearly come through, proving that recruitment management software can assist educational organizations in finding such mission-focused professionals as well. Thank you for profiling such careers!

By: peter kaufman

peter kaufman — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:38:15 +0000

long association and long friendship greatly appreciated . . . by me and by the underrepresented folks he’s hekped thru the school

By: Ken Seitz

Ken Seitz — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:05:28 +0000

Always appreciated Kirk’s personal note along with his signature on donation receipts. What a legacy he leaves. Glad his gifts will continue to benefit EMU.
Ken Seitz

By: Betty brunk

Betty brunk — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:22:23 +0000

What a good man . Keep him on board as long as possible.

By: Kermit Kauffman

Kermit Kauffman — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:20:14 +0000

Congratulations, Kirk! It’s been a long time since Maplewood Third Floor! Enjoy your new role at EMU!

By: Bob Hostetter

Bob Hostetter — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:47:57 +0000

What a legacy Kirk! So proud of you! Blessings in this new role.

By: Andrea Wenger

Andrea Wenger — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:48:42 +0000

Congratulations to Kirk on his successful years with EMU thus far, and best wishes for a new chapter doing what he loves most. I enjoyed 12 years with Kirk as my supervisor when I led the marketing and communications department. I know there are few more committed to the mission of EMU. Thank you for the great profile of a true EMU servant, Ryan!