Those of us involved in fundraising for the College of Agriculture find a great deal of satisfaction in helping donors connect their personal values with charitable giving opportunities at Purdue. For some, this may take the form of a named endowment that provides significant name recognition, while others prefer anonymous, unrestricted contributions. In either case, we are committed to helping donors accomplish their goals and celebrating those gifts in ways that are meaningful to them.

Eric Putman Director of Advancement Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: eputman@purdue.edu   Eric Putman joined the Purdue Agriculture Development staff in September, 2002 and serves as the Director of Advancement. A Purdue graduate from the food science department, Eric worked for Hanover Foods Corporation in central Pennsylvania for two years before joining a nonprofit in Washington, D.C. Eric gained extensive experience in development during his seven years at the Leadership Institute where he managed the planned giving efforts and major gift fundraising prior to returning to Purdue. Eric lives in Lafayette, IN with his wife Cara and their three children.   Tammy Kettler   Director of Corporate Relations Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: tkettler@purdue.edu   Tammy Kettler is the director of corporate relations for the College of Agriculture. Kettler previously served as the senior regional director for the National FFA Foundation in Indianapolis. A graduate of Ohio State University, Kettler works closely with deans and department staff to support the corporate relations initiatives in the College of Agriculture.   Kyle Bymaster Director of Development Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: bymastkd@purdue.edu   Kyle Bymaster joined the Agriculture Development staff in June of 2008 as Director of Development.  A 2003 Purdue graduate of agricultural economics and member of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, he was formerly the Director of Development for Student Services before coming back to the College of Agriculture. Kyle grew up on his family’s 1,200 acre corn and soybean farm in New Richmond, Indiana and continues to farm part time with his father.  He currently lives just outside New Richmond with his wife Abi and their one year old daughter Karly.   Jeff Demerly   Director of Development Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: jdemerly@purdue.edu   Jeff Demerly began his career as Director of Development for the College of Agriculture in January 2007. He earned his bachelor’s degree in 2006 from the Department of Agricultural Economics here at Purdue University. Growing up in a family of seven on a Wolcott, IN corn and soybean farm, Jeff has a real passion for agriculture and the people that represent it. He looks forward to meeting with fellow alumni and friends from across the country.   Megan Madia Stewardship Coordinator Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: mmadia@purdue.edu   Megan Madia started in her role as the Stewardship Coordinator in the Agricultural Development Office in May 2008.  Before returning to Purdue, she worked as the Membership Services Representative at the United States Rowing Association.  She graduated from Purdue with a degree in Movement and Sport Sciences in 2005.  As a student, Megan was an intern with the John Purdue Club.  Her hometown is Carmel, Indiana.   Linda Sinclair Assistant Phone: 765-494-8672 Office: Pfendler 108 Email: sinclail@purdue.edu   Linda began her career with Ag Development in 1998. She graduated from Sullivan Business College in Louisville, KY. Thanks to Cargill (previously Ralston Purina) she and her family transferred to Lafayette from Louisville in 1980.