NU Foundation CEO Clarence Castner steps down

Anonymous

Thu Mar 22 2012 16:04

This leadership change is nothing to be surprised at. Mr. Castner's reputation in the community was that of narcissism and an egomanic whom surrounds himself with people JUST like him (Mosser's). The Foundation deserves better and to function under what was coined in an earlier post "a best practice model" for fundraising. It has been WELL known for years that Mr. Castner's "floundering" actions would eventually catch up to him not only personally but professionally! There will be more to come on him and his posse!

Anonymous

Fri Feb 17 2012 13:59

This is nothing more than the big Omaha money trying to get a bigger piece of the foundation pie. It will be interesting to see what the pet projects are in the future...my guess is UNO and UNMC will be well taken care of.

Anonymous

Fri Feb 10 2012 10:14

Greek tragedy? C'mon. A Greek tragedy is what has happened in that European country as a result poor economic decisions by its leadership.

The only thing "Greek" here is a 46-year-old man who hasn't gotten past the stereotypical behavior of his "Greek system" days.

Anonymous

Thu Feb 9 2012 12:33

An assumption of factuality based upon what? Your cowardly assertions??

Anonymous

Wed Feb 8 2012 19:47

The lack of transparency of the author doesn't change to factual nature of the assertions.

Anonymous

Wed Feb 8 2012 14:53

sounds like the rat is jealous and a coward too

Anonymous

Wed Feb 8 2012 11:57

Don't cry any tears for poor Castner - President and CEO Clarence Castner, for example, was paid $396,179 in 2008-09, including an $85,000 bonus and $19,600 in deferred compensation.

Anonymous

Wed Feb 8 2012 11:46

whoever is writing these "anonymous notes" should be ashamed of themselves. How cowardly!

Anonymous

Wed Feb 8 2012 10:53

Clarey had an inappropriate relationship with a Foundation employee (his administrative assistant) ten or twelve years ago. She was sent on her way with a rich financial settlement in exchange for a promise not to sue for harassment. Maybe he didn't learn his lesson. It's a Greek tragedy. Clarey could be charming and "bring in the money". But his hubris and arrogance knew no bounds. Like a Greek tragedy maybe this was an inevitable result.

Anonymous

Tue Feb 7 2012 12:32

zounds like some insiders are trying to forment discord here.

Anonymous

Tue Feb 7 2012 11:11

It is suspicious. I've spoken with a former foundation board member who would not give details but said "Not good" and "Very upsetting"

Anonymous

Tue Feb 7 2012 09:44

I must admit that I am not surprised by the change in leadership at the NU Foundation.

It has long been an organization that has rebuffed professionalism in its fundraising practices.

The NU Foundation employs nice and engaging graduates of the University system, but rarely do they employ professional fundraisers who would bring new and innovative processes to the organization.

(How many current and former foundation employees were hired because they worked at or met the top leadership of the Foundation at Barrymore's Pub?)

This topped off with a, now former, CEO who is more an egomaniac than a leader. Mr. Castner has always been more keenly focused on his own personal reputation and the "circles" he has access to as CEO; than that of what is best for the organization. I for one am happy to see the change and hope that the search committee finds someone with the background and experience level that will provide true leadership at the Foundation and employ a best practices model for fundraising.

Anonymous

Tue Feb 7 2012 08:30

Sounds suspicious. There appears to be an interesting story here for some enterprising investigative journalist.