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Todd Penner
Senior Director - US Program Operations and Dell Scholars Program at Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Todd Penner is a senior executive at the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, where he serves as the Senior Director of US Program Operations and Dell Scholars Program.35 With over three decades of diverse work experience, Penner has established himself as a respected leader in the field of education and philanthropy.34
Professional Background
Penner joined the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation in May 2008.1 In his current role, he is responsible for:
- Overseeing the internal operations of the US Programs team
- Managing over 200 national projects
- Directing more than $270 million in commitments2
His primary focus is on the foundation's College Preparation & Completion portfolio, which aims to empower high-need students to:
Prior Experience
Before joining the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Penner had a successful career in the corporate sector:
- Spent 13 years at Dell Inc. in various marketing and support positions
- Last role at Dell was Director of Worldwide e-Support
- Worked with Exxon Chemical Company
- Started his career at Deloitte Haskins & Sells1
Education
Todd Penner holds the following degrees:
- B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin
- M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Michigan1
Leadership Style
Colleagues and peers highly respect Penner for his executive presence and leadership qualities. He is known for setting a high standard that other executives aspire to emulate.4
Todd Penner's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username todd-penner-27625a2, as mentioned in the query.
