Dr. Daniel Ibarrondo is a well-respected development expert in the realm of college and university external funding. With over 30 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Ibarrondo has helped primarily assisted colleges and universities designated as Hispanic Serving Institutions secure the funding they need to thrive. He is particularly skilled in grant writing, with an over 85% success rate, and his background as a former federal government lobbyist for higher education has served his clients well as he is knowledgeable in navigating the complex world of federal and state funding opportunities.
Dr. Ibarrondo has a proven track record of success, having helped numerous institutions secure over $100 million in external funding over the years. His successful track record includes obtaining funding from the federal government, corporations, and foundations. He is a sought-after speaker on the topic of external funding and has provided guidance, support, and training to countless faculty members, researchers, and administrative staff on grant writing. With his vast knowledge and experience of the federal budgetary process, policy development, and programs, Dr. Ibarrondo is an invaluable resource for any institution looking to bolster its external funding efforts.
Dr. Ibarrondo's expertise lies in identifying funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and developing strong relationships with funders. He has worked with institutions of all sizes, from community colleges to large research universities. He has personally secured funding for everything from research projects, construction, institutional and academic program accreditation, equipment acquisition, academic and administrative technologies, STEM programs, facilities expansion, institutional re-engineering, and community outreach programs.
As an example, Dr. Ibarrondo obtained federal government funding in the amount of $10 million for the design and construction of the administrative building pictured below for Caribbean University’s Bayamon Campus.
“Daniel has consistently demonstrated the utmost professional services in generating high volume revenues and grants for educational institutions and not-for-profit clients. He is committed to facilitating positive change and creative growth to the venue of higher education. A person of unwavering integrity.”
– Richard R. Zayas, Esq.
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In 2000, Daniel founded Advancement & Development Associates, Inc., a federal government relations and institutional development firm representing institutions of higher education.
As President & CEO, he directly obtained over $100 million in public and private funding for the firm’s college and university clients. He has provided strategic leadership in developing curriculum and new academic programs; development of higher education- industry-government partnerships; new college campus development; accreditation, educational technologies, and large-scale strategic planning. Daniel currently serves as an advisor to various university presidents. Below is a sample list of projects.
Engineering Laboratory Acquisition for Research and Integration of Technology:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education (CCRAA) proposal and successfully obtained over $4 million in funding for (1) the purchase of research equipment for eight engineering laboratories and (2) the integration of technology into the teaching-learning process.
2 + 2 Transfer Programs:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education (CCRAA) proposal and successfully obtained over $1.5 million in funding for the development of an engineering bridge program for the enrollment of 2-year engineering program students into a 4-year program.
Development of New Academic Programs:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained over $2 million in funding for the development of new undergraduate and graduate programs in graphics arts, design, and technology.
Freshmen Retention Rates:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education TRIO-Student Support Services proposal and successfully obtained $814,602 to support the retention of first-year students.
Institutional Marketing:
Sharply increased public relations and marketing efforts to increase national recognition of the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. Conceived, developed, and marketed the first “Hispanics in Engineering National Conference” (2004) with over 100 leading stateside engineering colleges, national laboratories, government agencies, and corporations in attendance. Conceived and drafted a National Science Foundation proposal and obtained full funding for the conference.
Renovation of the Library and Technology Initiatives:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained over $2 million in funding for (1) the construction/renovation of library facilities in a newly purchased campus, and (2) development of a Technological Research and Educational Service Center for faculty and students.
Undergraduate & Graduate Engineering Scholarships:
Conceived and drafted a National Science Foundation proposal and successfully obtained over $400,000 in scholarship funding to assist in the retention of top-tier engineering undergraduate and graduate students based on academic achievement.
Construction of an Administration and Student Services Building:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained $2 million in funding for (1) the construction of a technologically “smart” building to house the President’s office, executive council, all administrative student support services; and (2) the creation of a technology-based Teaching-Learning Center for faculty and students.
University Endowment Fund:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal to establish an endowment fund and successfully obtained $200,000 ($40,000 per year over five years) to provide scholarships for economically disadvantaged students.
Engineering Program Support:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained over $2 million for (1) engineering laboratory equipment acquisition to enhance laboratory research experiences for faculty and students in six undergraduate engineering programs, and (2) the development of a constructivist retention program.
Institutional Reengineering:
As a member of the President’s Board of Advisors at Atlantic College conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained $2 million in funding to reengineer the institution from a primarily associate and certificate program awarding institution to a major college offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in graphic arts, design, and technology.
Technology and Development of Learning Communities:
As a consultant for the Chancellor at the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla Campus, designed and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained $1.5 million in funding for the “Application of Information Technology to Enhance Core Competencies.” The project merged technology with the designing of learning community modalities for use in non-traditional classroom settings and distance learning courses.
Institutional Research, Library Information Technology, and Infrastructure:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained $2 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Education for (1) the development of an institutional research office, (2) acquisition of technology to upgrade the library’s Technology Information Center, and, (3) infrastructure (construction) support for Marine Biology facilities at the University of Puerto Rico – Mayaguez Campus.
Graduate Research Programs in Marine Biology:
For the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Campus, obtained a 127 ft. research vessel (R/V Chapman) as a donation from NOAA, valued at over $4 million, to conduct marine science research in the high seas.
University-University Initiatives in Agriculture:
Conceived and drafted a U.S. Department of Education proposal and successfully obtained $100,000 in funding to develop faculty and student exchanges and research in agricultural fields between the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Campus and Rutgers University of New Jersey.
Building Construction:
Caribbean University, a four-campus university in Puerto Rico, was looking for funding to finance the construction of a $10 million administrative building. Developing a financial plan involving public and private funds, Dr. Ibarrondo obtained a $2 million federal grant for the construction, which was used to garner additional private funding confidence. The newly built administrative building has state-of-the-art technologies and serves as a focal point of the university. This building is located on the campus of Caribbean University in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.
Reengineering a College:
Atlantic College was looking to reengineer itself from primarily a junior college into a college focused on multimedia and digital arts at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Ibarrondo conducted strategic planning sessions for academic program and curriculum development, library, computer labs, and technology needs. With this five-year plan in hand, Dr. Ibarrondo obtained over $4 million for reengineering the college. Atlantic College subsequently achieved university status and is the leading graphic arts, design, and multimedia university in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
“Daniel’s hallmark of attention to detail, research, strategic planning, budget development, and ability to absorb knowledge of engineering education and programs served our institution well.”
- Ernesto Vazquez Barquet, President, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
“While at the Sponsored Research Office at PUPR, Mr. Ibarrondo offered a series of workshops regarding federal funding opportunities and proposal writing. These comprehensive workshops helped me to write effective proposals to secure federal funding for my research.”