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Alexa Culwell
Co-Founder and Managing Director at Open Impact
Alexa Culwell is a prominent figure in the philanthropic sector, serving as the Founder and Principal at McLeod-Grant Advisors. With over 25 years of experience, she has held various leadership roles, focusing on the development and management of philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Background
- Open Impact: Alexa is also the CEO and Co-Founder of Open Impact, where she leads a team dedicated to supporting clients in their philanthropic journeys.
- Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation: She was the founding CEO of this foundation for 13 years, shaping its strategic direction and impact.
- Stupski Foundation: Alexa served as CEO here from 2006 to 2010, further enhancing her expertise in nonprofit governance and philanthropy.
Academic Contributions
Alexa has contributed to academia as a Visiting Practitioner at Stanford University's Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society and as an Instructor for their Continuing Studies program. She has also co-authored influential reports, including "The Giving Code: Silicon Valley Nonprofits and Philanthropy," which examines the intersection of philanthropy and nonprofit effectiveness.
Board Memberships and Affiliations
She has been actively involved with several organizations that shape the national philanthropy landscape, including:
- Board member of the Center for Effective Philanthropy.
- Chair of national conferences for Grantmakers for Effective Organizations.
- Advisor to various philanthropic initiatives.
Her extensive network and leadership roles reflect her commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of philanthropy across the United States.