Patrick Rush is the Director of PR & Resource Development of South Suburban College and Principal of Rush Consulting. He is a public relations and business development professional with 17 years combined experience in public (IL House, higher education) and private (healthcare, auditing/accounting) sectors. He has significant management work with a diverse professional background in leadership and strategic planning including many successes in board development, brand development, fundraising, event planning, marketing, publications and public relations. 

Rush continues his passionate work in advancement, primarily as the Executive Director of the SSC Foundation and service on the board for 15 years. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Purdue University and Master’s Degree from Governor’s State University.He is a member of the Old Neighborhood Italian American Club (ONIAC) of Chicago.