Alex Wilson
Director of Athletics Advancement
Alex Wilson joined Aquinas College Athletics as Director of Athletics Advancement, bringing a background in nonprofit development, community engagement and relationship building, along with a personal connection to the institution she now serves.
An Aquinas College graduate, Wilson returns to her alma mater with a passion for creating opportunities, strengthening relationships and helping advance the mission of Saints Athletics. In her role, she focuses on building meaningful connections with alumni, supporters and community partners while developing philanthropic opportunities that support Aquinas student-athletes and the continued growth of the athletic department.
Wilson's professional journey includes experience with several respected West Michigan organizations, including Hospice of Michigan, Pilgrim Manor, United Church Outreach Ministry (UCOM) and Samaritas. Her work across the nonprofit sector has centered on service, community partnerships and the importance of connecting people with causes that make a difference.
Her commitment to community involvement has earned recognition throughout West Michigan. Wilson was named a 2026 West Michigan Woman Brilliance Award finalist in the Champion of Service category and received the 2025 Rotary Club of Grand Rapids President's Time Award. She is also a Paul Harris Fellow recipient, an honor recognizing contributions associated with Rotary's mission of service.
Among her professional initiatives, Wilson created Drinks and Development, reflecting her interest in bringing people together, building relationships and creating opportunities for collaboration.
For Wilson, joining Aquinas represents more than another step in her professional career. It is an opportunity to give back to an institution that played an important role in shaping her own journey.
"As a graduate, I was honored to come back home to raise funds for a school that helped shape the person I am today," Wilson said.
A native of Kentwood, Michigan, Wilson enjoys golfing, boxing, baking, decorating, cooking and traveling, especially trips to Walt Disney World. Away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Anthony, their rescue blue heeler, Jax, and two rescue rabbits, Sammy and Mittens.
Quick Facts
Position: Director of Athletics Advancement
Joined Aquinas: 2026
Hometown: Kentwood, Michigan
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Professional Highlights:
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Experience in nonprofit development, community engagement and relationship building
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Creator of Drinks and Development
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Experience supporting community organizations throughout West Michigan
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Aquinas College alumna returning to serve her alma mater
Honors & Awards:
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2026 West Michigan Woman Brilliance Award Finalist, Champion of Service
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2025 Rotary Club of Grand Rapids President's Time Award
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Paul Harris Fellow Recipient
Family: Fiancé, Anthony; rescue blue heeler, Jax; rescue rabbits, Sammy and Mittens
Hobbies: Golfing, boxing, baking, decorating, cooking and traveling, especially to Disney World
Professional Profile: LinkedIn
