ANDREW J. BETHUNE

    Vice President, Business Development Officer
    Team Member since 2022

       

    Andrew Bethune joins us with a multitude of experiences, his most recent being from Saginaw Valley State University, his alma mater, where he was Executive Director of the SVSU Foundation. In his 18 years with the foundation, Andy oversaw the private fundraising initiative to construct the Carmona College of Business, which raised nearly $16 million. That was only one of the several achievements that were made in his time at SVSU. Andy received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Saginaw Valley State University as well as received his Certified Fundraising Manager from Indiana University. As he loves being involved in his work, he is also highly involved in his community. Andy is the Endowment Chair for the First United Methodist Church of Saginaw, Chair of the Men’s Golf Fellowship – Saginaw, and Chair of Mridha International Institute for Peace and Happiness.

    What are your specific goals for Tri-Star Trust clients?

    My goal is to serve Tri Star clients to help them achieve their personal, family, and community goals.

    What’s the best piece of professional advice you’ve ever received?

    Never stop learning.

    What’s your favorite quote?

    “Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” – Mother Teresa

    What are your top three bucket list items?

    1. Travel to Australia
    2. Read the Bible cover to cover
    3. Play golf at the Old Course – St. Andrews