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Russ Paulsen
Chief Operating Officer at USAgainstAlzheimer's
Russ Paulsen is the Chief Operating Officer at USAgainstAlzheimer's, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting Alzheimer's disease. He joined the organization in May 2019 and has since played a crucial role in its growth and success.13
As the top employee at USAgainstAlzheimer's, Paulsen is responsible for all organizational functions, reporting directly to the Chairman and Board of Directors. Under his leadership, the organization has achieved significant milestones:
- Increased revenue by 50% in two years, surpassing the $10 million mark
- Built an operating reserve from zero to 120 days
- Led the development of a major consumer-facing technology platform, mybrainguide.org, which gained national attention on shows like Good Morning America and Today3
Prior to joining USAgainstAlzheimer's, Paulsen had an extensive career in the nonprofit sector:
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American Red Cross: He spent nearly two decades in leadership positions, including:
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United Way Worldwide: Served as Vice President of 211, overseeing a network that connected people in need with helping agencies3
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Institute for Sustainable Development: Worked as a Senior Advisor, providing high-level strategy for the organization's relaunch1
Paulsen is a graduate of the University of California, Riverside, where he earned a bachelor's degree in political science. He also holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley.3
Throughout his career, Paulsen has demonstrated expertise in fundraising, leading organizations and coalitions, and implementing solutions to large-scale problems. His experience includes managing teams of various sizes, overseeing budgets ranging from $5 million to $216 million, and engaging with Congress, the White House, and major donors.3
