Gary Ross

Regional Director of Development—Chicagoland

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Advancement

Education

• MA, Christian Thought, Bethel Seminary
• BA, Business Administration, Taylor University
• BA, Philosophy, Taylor University

About

Prior to being named Regional Director of Development in 2024, Gary Ross ’95 led the men’s soccer program at Taylor University for 20 years. Ross was an assistant coach in both the baseball and soccer programs for two years before 2004 when he was hired as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach, the Kesler Student Activities Center Director (KSAC), and the Director of Taylor’s Intramurals Program. In 2014, Ross moved from the KSAC Director position to assist the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics in other ways, focusing mainly on fundraising and sponsorships. Gary and his wife Carrie ’95 live in Upland and have three children: Noah ’23, Logan ’26, and Isaiah.