Ann Abbe is passionate about helping nonprofit organizations and universities reach their goals. For almost three decades, she worked within the realm of university fundraising, beginning at entry level and progressing to vice president for development at two major universities. For almost eleven years, Ann's fundraising and administrative experience led her to consulting, not only for universities, but for various nonprofit and fundraising organizations as well. She has served as vice president for development for The University of Texas at Arlington, associate vice president and vice president for development at The University of North Texas, director of development for North Texas Public Television/Radio, and other organizations. As a consultant, Ann has worked with The Women's Museum, Family Gateway, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and School, and many more.

Ann speaks often at seminars and conferences, such as Association of Fundraising Professionals International (AFP), and Council for the Support of Education International (CASE), among others, and has served on community boards, including the Community Advisory Board of North Texas Public Broadcasting, the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation in Washington, D.C., and the Former Students Association of Texas A&M University. Ann has authored several articles on women and cultural giving. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a B.A and M.A.