Meet your 2025 Student Visionaries of the Year, LLS Staff!

Jamie Lamprecht

Campaign Development Director

As an accomplished Chief Executive Officer, Director of Development, and Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE), Jamie Lamprecht brings over 19 years of dynamic leadership and strategic expertise to the non-profit sector. With a proven track record in fundraising of major gifts, grants, planned giving, board development, and volunteer recruitment and development, Jamie has spearheaded initiatives that have transformed communities and empowered the next generation of leaders.

 

In his past role as Director of Development at Variety Children’s Charity, based in St. Louis, MO, Jamie orchestrated the entire spectrum of development and communications efforts. Managing a $4 million+ budget, Jamie has secured multiple six and seven-figure gifts, underscoring his adeptness in fundraising and strategic planning. He has led numerous fundraising events, cultivated major donors, and fostered invaluable partnerships, all while providing visionary leadership to team members.

 

Jamie also served as CEO/Executive Director at Faith Ascent Ministries, where he elevated the organization to new heights of success. By overseeing day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and board governance, Jamie achieved remarkable fundraising milestones, surpassing goals and cultivating a culture of excellence. His expertise in donor relations and community outreach ensured financial stability and exponential growth for the organization.

 

Throughout his career, Jamie Lamprecht has been recognized as a growth-oriented, energetic leader with a relentless commitment to organizational success. His proficiency in public speaking, public relations, marketing, and team leadership has been instrumental in driving impactful change and inspiring others to make a difference. With a passion for youth development and a strategic vision for community engagement, Jamie continues to be a driving force in the non-profit sector, dedicated to building a brighter future for all.

David Wettroth

Campaign Development Specialist


David Wettroth is a St. Louis native and for those ready to ask, he attended Lutheran High School South. He graduated from The University of Missouri - Columbia in 2016 with his B.A. in Film Studies. After college, he began work in Radio Broadcasting, starting as the Promotions Director for Cumulus Media in Columbia. He later relocated to Oshkosh, WI to assume the role of the Marketing & Promotions Manager for the North Eastern market of Cumulus Media. Returning to St. Louis in 2020, he briefly worked in the Casino industry as an Assistant Marketing Manager, before the pandemic took place. David started with LLS in October of 2021 working with the Light The Night campaign, later coming on-board to work with the SVOY and Visionaries of the Year campaigns! 

 

Outside of work, you can most likely find David playing video games or at a concert. He is a lover of music festivals, concerts, travelling, and his two cats.