Stuart has worked for over two decades in executive fundraising leadership roles at Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and UC San Diego. Throughout his career, Stuart has consulted with charities and non-profit organisations globally, and has personally solicited gifts of all sizes – up to multi-millions of dollars. In addition, Stuart has led teams that have raised hundreds of millions in gifts from generous individuals, families, foundations, and corporations.