Sean White

Sean White is a leader who passionately believes in the power of philanthropy and mission-oriented investing to transform lives and communities. In his role as Director of Strategy for Civic Partnerships at Michigan Central, Mr. White leads the fundraising strategy and execution for one of Detroit’s most ambitious placemaking and economic development projects in the…

Orson Watson Ph.D.

Orson Watson Ph.D., is a seasoned Boston-based independent Philanthropic Advisor specializing in impact investing and inclusive economies. With over 25 years of experience working with foundations, donors, banks, and non-profits across the country, his sweet spot is designing effective ways to generate jobs, income, and wealth for people living in distressed communities. He is passionate…

Natalia Siegel

Natalia Siegel is Director of Donor Engagement of Triangle Community Foundation. Natalia works with fundholders, Giving Circles, and corporate giving to achieve the impact they want to see in the Triangle. She aims to provide connections between the fundholder and nonprofits and cultivate relationships across the diverse demographics in our community. Natalia has over ten…

Diego Sepulveda

Diego Sepulveda most recently served as a Senior Philanthropy Advisor with Liberty Hill Foundation. In his role, Diego sustains, grows, and manages a portfolio of high net-worth donor advised fund (DAF) holders and giving circles, which contribute over $9 million in annual grants to nonprofits across Los Angeles and California in support of social justice.…

Mark Rodriguez

Mark Rodriguez serves as the executive director of the Lohengrin Foundation, a family foundation headquartered in Chicago. For over 50 years, the foundation has invested in organizations and initiatives that drive social impact, promote artistic vitality, and create sustainable change in communities across the globe. Before joining the Lohengrin Foundation, he served as the chief…

Trina Middleton

Trina Middleton is National Philanthropic Trust’s Director of Premier Donor Services. She works with high-net-worth donors and their advisors to help them reach their charitable goals. From ensuring that their intent is honored through grant agreements to exploring the possibilities of international grantmaking, Trina ensures that all Premier Donors have access to strategic and highly…

Naomie Macena

Naomie Macena is Associate Vice President and Philanthropy Associate at Bessemer Trust. In this role, she manages and oversees philanthropic portfolios for client foundations to advance their mission and goals, leveraging her experience in grantmaking and program management, communications and deliverable development, research and analysis, and project management. Prior to joining Bessemer, Naomie worked at…

Audrey Jacobs

Audrey Jacobs is the founder and principal of The Sarafina Group,Inc., an organization providing consultation services to philanthropic and non-profit organizations. Audrey focuses her efforts primarily with philanthropic families and family foundations. Audrey, also is a fellow with the Compton Foundation and is pursuing the certified coach designation with the Hudson Institute. Prior to launching…

Andy Ho

Andy Ho is the Director of Development at the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). In this role, Andy is passionate about advancing the role of science and technology in addressing the most pressing challenges facing humanity and the planet. He has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit and philanthropy, with expertise in fundraising, program…

Carmelita Galicia-Munoz

Carmelita Galicia-Munoz is a philanthropy advisor at Rose Community Foundation. In her role, she stewards and supports the Foundation’s donor-advised fundholders and philanthropic partners. She helps donors connect their values to their giving, develop and implement their charitable goals, and move forward in their philanthropic journeys. Carmelita also serves as a facilitator and leader for…

Amalia Brindis Delgado

Amalia Brindis Delgado has over 20 years of experience in global nonprofit organizational development, organizing, and legal advocacy. As Panta Rhea’s interim Director, Amalia facilitates strategic design and partner resources to deepen the foundation’s commitments to grassroots liberation, food sovereignty, and climate justice across the Americas and the Caribbean. Previously, Amalia spearheaded Hispanics in Philanthropy’s…

Jaspar Leahy

I am passionate about supporting social change actors to expand the way they think, feel, and act and to communicate and collaborate more effectively: all in service of deep challenges being explored and collectively transformed and ultimately a more just, peaceful, and prosperous world for all humanity. Currently I am Forward Global’s Program Manager. Since…