About me
Dennis Ring brings more than 33 years of experience in education, leadership, athletics, fundraising, and relationship building. A two-time Hall of Fame coach, former athletic director, development leader, and director of athletic giving, Dennis has spent his career helping schools strengthen connections among admissions, development, communications, alumni relations, and parent engagement.
He is the founder and facilitator of the Tennessee Association of Independent Schools Advancement Roundtable and consults with independent schools across the southeast on stewardship systems, donor engagement, corporate sponsorships, alumni relations, and advancement strategy. Known for his practical approach and his signature “What if?” mindset, Dennis helps schools move beyond silos to create sustainable cultures of philanthropy and community engagement.
