Bertolini Named Vice President at Lewis University

Brother James Gaffney, FSC, president of , has announced the appointment of Len Bertolini to the position of vice president for university advancement, effective immediately. 

A resident of Naperville, Bertolini joined the Lewis staff in 2008 as senior development officer for major and planned gifts. He is a graduate of Bradley University and holds a master’s degree in management from Lewis.

Bertolini had served as interim vice president of university advancement for Lewis since August of 2011. During that time, he has directed development of plans for a new capital campaign, launched “We Believe”—a newly-revitalized faculty and staff campaign—expanded alumni events, and managed other University Advancement initiatives. 

Bertolini's additional professional experience includes 11 years of development experience in area Catholic high schools, including four as vice president for institutional advancement at De La Salle High School in Chicago, and three years in the same position at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights.

“We at Lewis University are very pleased that Len Bertolini has accepted the position of Vice President for University Advancement, bringing experience in development and administration in Catholic education plus knowledge of the Chicagoland area,” said Gaffney.  “His successful record, expertise and professionalism will prove to be highly valuable as Lewis continues to develop as one of the top regional Catholic universities in the Midwest.”