Careers in Foundations: Mission Driven, Resource Rich

Thank you to those who attended the evening of intellectual engagement and networking or watched through our live webcast.

In the second century of US philanthropy, foundations understand that their most important asset is the expertise of their employees. Foundations need innovative program staff to think systemically and work collaboratively across diverse sectors on tough issues. Resourceful operations staff are required to create effective processes and systems to power the grant making process. Our panel explored the varied types of positions within foundations and successful ways to translate other work, educational and life experience into careers within foundations.

Moderator
Ali Webb
Part-time Lecturer, Nonprofit Management Master’s Program| President and CEO, Ali Webb Strategies

Panelists
Kara Carlisle
Vice President of Programs, McKnight Foundation

Kyle Caldwell
President and CEO, Council of Michigan Foundations