Jeri Queenan

Jeri Eckhart Queenan is a prominent figure at The Bridgespan Group, serving as a Senior Advisor after a notable tenure as a partner in both the Boston and New York offices. With over 15 years of experience at Bridgespan, she has significantly contributed to the organization's global initiatives, traveling to 50 countries and leading impactful projects aimed at social change.

Professional Background

• Leadership Roles: Jeri has led Bridgespan's global practice, focusing on initiatives like Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Women, which empowers underserved women entrepreneurs globally. She has also worked with major foundations including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Ford Foundation.1
• Public Sector Experience: Before joining Bridgespan, she held senior positions in the U.S. government, including White House Fellow and associate deputy secretary of labor. Her responsibilities included overseeing substantial budgets and leading policy initiatives on pension reform and childcare.1
• Corporate Sector: Jeri began her career at the Boston Consulting Group, where she advised multinational corporations in healthcare and telecommunications.1

Contributions and Publications

Jeri has authored influential articles on philanthropy and social impact, notably addressing the nonprofit starvation cycle and advocating for improved funding practices through initiatives like "Pay-What-It-Takes Philanthropy" and "Fund for Real Change".1 She is also a sought-after speaker at various prestigious forums.

Education and Personal Life

She graduated Phi Beta Kappa/summa cum laude from UCLA and earned her MBA with honors from Harvard Business School. Jeri is actively involved in various boards, including the Center for Action and Contemplation and Catholic Relief Services. She resides with her husband Charlie, celebrating 40 years of marriage, and they have four adult children.1