Colorado State Athletics is excited to announce the addition of Patrick McLaughlin as the new senior associate athletic director for development. Starting in January, McLaughlin will take charge of the Ram Club, which is responsible for fundraising efforts within CSU Athletics.
“I am excited to welcome Patrick, along with his wife Sarah and their family, to Fort Collins. He brings valuable experience in enhancing engagement and support in top-tier college athletics,” said Director of Athletics John Weber. “His background, enthusiasm, and innovative approach will be key in guiding the strategic direction of our development team during this thrilling and critical time. It’s vital to foster strong and lasting relationships with all Rams supporters and Colorado State’s community. I can’t wait for Ram Country to meet Patrick and his family!”
McLaughlin has a proven track record in fundraising and successfully boosting the institutions he has been part of, including Georgia, Penn State, and Temple.
He comes to Fort Collins from the University of Georgia in Athens, where he served as the senior director of development. During his time with the Bulldogs, he played a significant role in the ‘Commit to the G’ campaign, which raised over $ 300 million for Georgia Athletics. He was also instrumental in managing Georgia’s development team and aligning its fundraising initiatives with the university’s broader goals.
“I am honored to join Colorado State University. I appreciate John Weber and Scott Sidwell for trusting me with this responsibility. This position presents a meaningful opportunity to contribute to an institution known for its proud tradition of excellence and aspirations for bold growth,” McLaughlin shared. “CSU Athletics is at a critical juncture, seeking to elevate its national presence as it charts a new course toward the PAC. I’m eager to work with the talented team in the Ram Club to support this journey. I am thankful for the mentors and experiences that have prepared me for this role, and I look forward to serving the CSU community. Go Rams!”
Before his time at Georgia, McLaughlin had two periods at Penn State, separated by his tenure at Temple, where he also worked in athletic development.
During his stints at Penn State, McLaughlin became a vital contributor to revenue generation, advancing to senior director of premium experiences. He oversaw the revenue department and saw football ticket sales increase by seven figures, contributing to overall football revenue that reached eight figures. McLaughlin helped establish a new internal sales team still in place at PSU, focusing on collaboration with athletic and university leaders to innovate premium initiatives.
As assistant athletic director for development at Temple, he introduced a strategic leadership gift model to enhance revenue for the athletic department and promoted a culture of philanthropy within athletics.
McLaughlin holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Temple, where he was a student-athlete and captain of the men’s gymnastics team. He also served on the Student-Athlete Advisory Council in the athletic department.
He arrives in Fort Collins with his wife Sarah and their four children: Weston, Avery, Declan, and Lena.
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