Amanda Lenaghan

Amanda Lenaghan is a senior executive in the field of social impact and public affairs, currently serving as the Senior Director of Social Impact & Public Affairs at Cruise, an autonomous vehicle company.1 Her career spans over 20 years, during which she has worked across various sectors including Fortune 500 companies, startups, nonprofits, and consulting firms.1

Professional Experience

Amanda's role at Cruise has evolved over time:

• From October 2019 to July 2022, she held the position of Head of Social Impact & Community Engagement.1
• Since July 2022, she has been serving as the Senior Director of Social Impact & Public Affairs.1

In her current role, Amanda is responsible for:

• Launching and overseeing Cruise for Good, the company's signature social impact program.1
• Building the social impact function, pillars, and programs at Cruise.1
• Partnering with leading nonprofits and thought leaders to address community challenges.1

Background and Expertise

Amanda's professional background includes:

• Associate Director at Orr Group (2005-2008), where she provided management consulting to nonprofit organizations.1
• Global Program Coordinator at Rostro de Cristo in Ecuador (2004-2005).1

She holds a BA in Art History and Spanish from Georgetown University and has obtained additional certifications:

• Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy.1
• Certificate in Corporate Citizenship Leadership from Boston College Carroll School of Management.1

Philosophy and Focus

Amanda is passionate about:

• Harnessing technology to advance social innovation and community impact.1
• Creating long-term business value by serving all stakeholders.1
• Promoting accessible, sustainable, and equitable transportation through Cruise's autonomous vehicle technology.1

She frequently discusses topics such as #pledge1, #socialimpact, #transportationaccess, and #techforgood.1