PHILANTHROPY ADVOCATES - Key Persons
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- Member of the Educate Texas Committee
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- Associate, Programs, College & Career Readiness
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- Deputy Director, Programs
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- Associate, Programs, College & Career Readiness
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- Deputy Director, Programs, College & Career Readiness
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Becky is the Director of Philanthropy Advocates, a philanthropic membership association of private and public foundations across Texas working to support and improve Texas education systems through amplifying and engaging the philanthropic sector in complex policy and advocacy efforts.
Becky leads Philanthropy Advocates with a strategic focus on advancing student outcomes and educational systems change. Through dynamic programming and advocacy initiatives that amplify the Texas philanthropic sector, Becky manages complex work plans and multiple stakeholders towards cohesive, strategic impact.
In addition to stewarding Philanthropy Advocates members through the intricacies of Texas policy and advocacy, Becky is responsible for the execution of Philanthropy Advocates' multi-year strategic plan and manages the operations and continuous evaluation of the organization's work and resulting outcomes. Her background includes successful stewardship of the Philanthropy Advocates Leadership Committee and refreshed governance processes, budget management, fundraising efforts and ensuring sustainable growth and health of Philanthropy Advocates.
Becky has a track record in change management, organizational development and fostering high-functioning teams within and across organizations. Her leadership style fosters collaboration and innovation, aligning teams with shared goals for maximum impact.
Becky has experience in both the nonprofit and policy fields. She started her career as a graduate fellow at the Greater Texas Foundation, then worked in the Texas Legislature for a member of the Texas House Committee on Public Education and the Texas House Committee on Appropriations, Article III Subcommittee.
Becky holds a bachelor's degree in French and international studies from the University of Evansville in Indiana and a master's degree in public service and administration from the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University.
Becky grew up in a military family, attending several states' public schools as her family frequently moved around the country. Her childhood educational experiences, coupled with her time as a volunteer English teacher during a university study abroad, led Becky to her passion for education issues and systems change work.
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