The Actuarial FoundationExecutive Director
Oct. 2015 - Dec. 2023Schaumburg, ILTransformed the Foundation’s governance, fundraising, and programmatic impact through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Established key committees—including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Finance, and Risk Management—to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, and foster accountability. Key Achievements & Impact:
🔹 Revenue Growth & Major Campaigns
• Led the Educate. Connect. Change. campaign, surpassing its $5M goal by raising $5.2M.
• Increased annual fundraising from $1.5M to $4M in seven years by fostering a donor-centric culture.
• Launched the Foundation’s first Major Gifts campaign, securing $350K in high-value contributions.
• Secured unrestricted grants, saving over $1M in operating costs. 🔹 National Program Expansion
• Partnered with the Board to launch three flagship initiatives—Math Motivators, Modeling the Future Challenge, and STEM Stars—engaging 3,000+ underserved students and 1,800 volunteers annually, generating $1M+ in program support per year.
• Earned ASAE Power of A Summit & Gold awards, placing the Foundation among just six national honorees. 🔹 Strategic & Financial Leadership
• Managed a $4M annual budget, ensuring sustainability and impact.
• Led and mentored a 20-member team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Achieved the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency, reinforcing donor confidence. 🔹 Branding & Operational Independence
• Directed a full rebrand, enhancing website, social media, and communications to elevate visibility.
• Led the Foundation’s separation from a parent organization, establishing independent governance and operations.