REALIZED WORTH - Key Persons
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- Co - Founded Realized Worth in 2008. Angela 's Work Focuses on the Practical Application of Transformative Learning Theory in Corporate Settings
Angela Parker co-founded Realized Worth in 2008. Angela's work focuses on the practical application of transformative learning theory in corporate settings.
Angela's background is in communications, entrepreneurship, and strategy execution. She has consulted with over 100 large companies globally, started and sold small businesses, worked directly with non-profit organizations, and provided workshops and training all over the world. Angela has been published in various books and magazines such as CSR for HR by Elaine Cohen, Cause Marketing for Dummies by Joe Waters, Volunteer Engagement 2.0 by Rob Rosenthal, Global CSR Casebook by ICEP and Codespa, the International Association of Business Communicators Magazine.
Angela earned her MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain and recently completed a 3-year appointment as President of the Board for Renewal in the Wilderness.
The co-founders of Realized Worth, Chris Jarvis and Angela Parker, are based in Baltimore, Maryland. The extended team is based throughout the US and Canada. Realized Worth Canada is based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Chris Jarvis co-founded Realized Worth in 2008. Chris' research and presentations focus on corporate citizenship as a powerful mechanism to address the critical social and environmental issues facing our global society.
Chris has 25 years of experience working with corporate and nonprofit executives to develop results-based impact strategies. He is a renowned public speaker and author, with education and experience in the fields of neuroscience, organizational change, behavioral insights, and transformative learning.
In 2015, Chris founded the RW Institute (RWI), a think tank focused on advancing the practice and theory of corporate volunteering through innovative projects, research, analysis and public policy change.
Dan Frid leads the Support Services team at Realized Worth.
Dan has held senior financial and operational leadership roles in various organizations, most recently as the Senior Vice President and Managing Director for ABM Solutions, an IT and Technical Services firm in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Dan earned his MBA from Saint Mary's University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a Chartered Financial Analyst.
Dana provides support to our Executive teams at Realized Worth and the RW Institute, along with coordinates, manages and produces marketing activity for Realized Worth. She has also worked on various RW Institute projects, such as the first Corporate Volunteering, Giving and Grants Technology Review. Dana is a BA candidate at The University of Western Ontario (Canada), specializing in Business Management and Consumer Behaviour, and has a special place in her heart for all things Sociology and Women's Studies.
Jessica Jenkins leads product development and product management at Realized Worth, as well as supports innovation efforts across the business.
Her background is in research, consulting, sales, project management and program development. Jessica's degree in Sociology combined with her professional experience inspires her drive for social impact through Realized Worth.
Jessica loves to travel as a way to create disorienting dilemmas for herself.
Julie Henwood oversees administrative and sales operations at Realized Worth.
She is a senior administrator with 15 years' experience in IT, engineering, and nonprofit organizations.
Graduating from Saint Mary's University, in Halifax, NS, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in Psychology, she is now in a field that combines her passion for people and business.
Justin D'Angelo manages client relationships and consulting projects, and is a member of the Client Delivery Associates team at Realized Worth.
His background is in project and account management and he has worked in technology services and manufacturing. As a PMI-certified Project Manager, he brings a rigor and passion for well-run engagements.
Outside work Justin keeps his love of languages alive by volunteering with ESL programs and works with local history groups to help connect people with the places they live.
Kelly Lynch is a subject matter expert in employee volunteer network development, change management, and Transformative learning content. She leads large-scale client engagements, guiding strategy design, scaling employee volunteer networks, developing employee volunteer leader training, and overseeing program implementation and measurement.
Kelly's background is in corporate communications, community relations, and employee volunteer management.
Kelly is also an artist, and draws comics and illustrations that explore personal growth, feminism, and mental health.
Kristen Guttilla manages client relationships and large-scale consulting projects, as well as the Client Delivery Associates team at Realized Worth. Her background is in account management, technology development, and organizational operations with large companies and NYC-based start-ups. Kristen pursues her passion for people and connection by volunteering and advocating for at-risk youth, education, and homelessness in New York City.
Megan supports clients in creating transformative volunteering initiatives, from strategy and design to execution and measurement. Megan has a deep background in communications, marketing and project management and has worked in small business, local government and nonprofit sectors. She is known for thought leadership in the corporate social impact space, frequently appearing on industry webinars, publications and podcasts. A former Peace Corps volunteer, Megan is dedicated to sustainable social impact and currently serves as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), supporting children in the foster care system.
Nichole Giller manages client relationships and all types of client projects as part of the Client Delivery team at Realized Worth.
Nichole brings a unique perspective to Realized Worth, given her educational background in neuroscience, emergency management, and public health, along with her professional experiences in higher education and government industry.
Nichole is a certified Les Mills BODYPUMP fitness instructor and loves connecting with and inspiring others through health and wellness.