Julie Ragsdale

Julie Ragsdale is the President of JD Impact, LLC, a consulting firm focused on legal and philanthropic services for nonprofit organizations. With over 25 years of experience in higher education philanthropy and law, she has developed a strong reputation in the nonprofit sector. Ragsdale's expertise includes grantmaking, corporate compliance, and risk management, making her a valuable resource for organizations looking to navigate complex legal and philanthropic landscapes.

Professional Background

• Current Role: As President of JD Impact since October 2023, Ragsdale leads efforts to assist nonprofits in selecting charities and ensuring responsible philanthropy.12
• Previous Experience: She served as the Interim General Counsel and Vice President at Strada Education Network, where she managed legal affairs and supported governance for multiple committees. Ragsdale was instrumental in co-leading the COVID-19 Impact Coalition, which addressed urgent needs in the education sector during the pandemic.12
• Early Career: Ragsdale began her career at Ice Miller in their Corporate Practice Group, focusing on various legal matters including mergers and acquisitions.2

Education

• Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance from Gonzaga University (1991-1995).
• Juris Doctor (JD) from Willamette University College of Law (1995-1998) .12

Board Memberships and Leadership

Ragsdale holds leadership positions on several nonprofit boards, including:

• Indianapolis Indians Charities
• Indianapolis RBI She has also served as President of the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation.1

Skills and Expertise

Ragsdale is recognized for her ability to connect people, ideas, and resources to maximize social impact. Her skills encompass:

• Philanthropy and networking
• Knowledge management
• Grantseeking and collaboration
• Corporate insurance management, including risk assessment.2

Her work emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), particularly concerning vulnerable populations.2