At the Trust
I lead, direct and supervise the operations and work of staff across all Trust departments. I serve as a strategic thought partner to the Trust’s president and ensure staff work cross-functionally in support of the mission and vision of the Trust. My daily work focuses on mission effectiveness, strategic implementation, organizational culture, fostering belonging, equity, human resources management, leadership development and systems change.
My Proudest Accomplishment
As an immigrant from India, I am proud to work alongside individuals from diverse backgrounds. My professional social work journey has primarily focused on supporting women and families. My previous experiences as a nonprofit executive director shapes my approach to philanthropy to ensure the voices of those directly impacted are centered in the work.
Before I Got Here
- Charlotte City Director, Walker’s Legacy
- Executive Director, Financial Security Charlotte
- Inaugural Executive Director, Leading on Opportunity – a Charlotte-Mecklenburg economic mobility initiative of the Foundation For The Carolinas
- Vice President of Initiatives and Public Policy, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina
- Senior Research Director, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina
- Adjunct Faculty, University of South Carolina College of Social Work
- President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
Education and Awards
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of South Carolina, College of Social Work
- Master of Social Work, University of Minnesota, School of Social Work
- Certification in Personal and Executive Coaching, The Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute
- Fellow, Change Leader in Philanthropy, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations
- DEI Leaders Network, Future Good
- Insight Program, Leadership Winston-Salem
- Hull Fellow, Philanthropy Southeast
- Distinguished Alumni Award, University of Minnesota School of Social Work
- International Women’s Day WREN SC Trailblazers Award
- Alumna of the Year Award, University of South Carolina
When the Day is Done
I serve on the Board of the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits. I am a mother, social worker, social change advocate, connector, community, and sisterhood builder. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, as well as reading, writing, traveling, and keynote speaking. Beautiful places and kind people inspire me.
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