Leslie Walker

Leslie M. Walker is a nonprofit professional who served as the Interim Director of the Free Library of Philadelphia from 2020 to 2023.234 Prior to her interim director role, she worked as the Chief of Staff at the Free Library from 2017 to 2023.35

Professional Background

Walker has over 20 years of experience working with vulnerable children and families in the Philadelphia region, with a particular concentration in:

• Early childhood education
• Program development
• Program implementation
• Program evaluation

Current Role

After her tenure at the Free Library, Walker became the Executive Director of the Sixers Youth Foundation, a nonprofit extension of the Philadelphia 76ers focused on youth development across the Delaware Valley.67

Education

• Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Rutgers Camden College of Arts and Sciences
• Master of Science in Training and Organizational Development from Saint Joseph's University

Walker is also actively involved in community work, serving on several boards and advisory committees, and working as a coach and mentor.1