JENN WALTERS-MICHALEC
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Dynamic senior leader specializing in strategic planning, organizational design, and community impact. Experienced in advising executive leadership on portfolio strategies and market trends while building collaborative partnerships that yield measurable success. Committed to developing innovative funding solutions and leading transformative initiatives that align with community needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Originations,Community Impact & Investment
CAPITAL ONE
Fountain Hills, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Directed team in strategic sourcing to enhance effectiveness of $115 million philanthropic portfolio.
- Designed and developed systems for identifying and evaluating high-impact investment opportunities.
- Advised executive leadership on portfolio strategies, ecosystem trends, and emerging opportunities.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with nonprofits, intermediaries, and community stakeholders to amplify community impact.
- Constructed operating models and governance structures to support scalable partnerships.
Social Impact Advisor & Strategy
CAPITAL ONE
03.2023 - 02.2025
- Developed investment strategies focused on education, workforce development, economic mobility, and financial well-being.
- Produced executive briefings, ecosystem analyses, and strategy recommendations that informed investment decisions for senior leaders
- Designed and launched innovative funding mechanisms with national partners to enhance resource mobilization
Community Impact Strategy & Design
CAPITAL ONE
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Executed national initiatives with lob's to expand outreach efforts.
- Managed and funded research partnerships to drive innovation.
- Identified and pursued opportunities for expanding existing programs and launching new initiatives.
- Supported deployment of AI-enabled technology platforms to improve operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
Senior Program Officer
CAPITAL ONE
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Managed strategic philanthropic investments and partnerships, enhancing program effectiveness across multiple markets.
- Managed grant applications and funding proposals for various programs.
- Conducted due diligence, performance evaluation, and portfolio management activities.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring foundation operations adhered to industry standards.
Community Affairs Regional Lead
CAPITAL ONE
Wilmington, DE
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Directed regional philanthropic strategy, enhancing community engagement and support initiatives.
- Managed relationships with civic leaders, nonprofits, educational institutions, and public-sector stakeholders.
- Coordinated outreach efforts to effectively engage diverse community members, fostering inclusivity and participation.
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen community partnerships.
- Developed workforce development initiative with Delaware Department of Justice and women's correctional facility, addressing employment barriers for incarcerated women.
Executive Director
M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN FAMILY FOUNDATION
08.2007 - 01.2016
- Led global strategy, operations, partnerships, grantmaking, and organizational development for a private family foundation.
- Built and managed philanthropic portfolio that advanced initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, women's empowerment, and international development.
- Advised principals on investment strategy, governance, organizational growth, and impact measurement.
- Led communications, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts, cultivating strategic relationships with donors and sponsors to enhance funding opportunities.
- Directed operational planning for foundation events and community projects.
- Developed strategic partnerships across nonprofit, academic, philanthropic, and government sectors.
- Facilitated board meetings to ensure alignment on mission and vision, enhancing board engagement and strategic decision-making.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
Manager, Children's Hunger Initiatives
PHILABUNDANCE
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Led community initiatives addressing childhood hunger and food insecurity across the Philadelphia region, fostering collaboration among local organizations.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic program initiatives.
- Managed stakeholder communications to maintain alignment and engagement with program objectives and community needs.
Healthcare Compliance & Quality Assurance Analyst
NHS HUMAN SERVICES
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Developed policies ensuring adherence to industry regulations, enhancing organizational compliance framework.
- Conducted audits to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance programs.
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and mitigating risk.
Education
Master of Public Administration (MPA) -
University of Pennsylvania, Fels Institute of Government
PhiladelphiaBachelor of Arts - Philosophy and Communications
Houghton University
Houghton, NYSkills
- Community Impact
- Business Development
- Portfolio management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Ecosystem development
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Strategy & Transformation
- Change Management
- Organizational Design & Infrastructure
- Product & Initiative Development
- Product innovation
- Team leadership
- Executive Communications
Thought Leadership And Communications
- Led research, writing, publication, and national promotional efforts for I Got Schooled (Simon & Schuster).
- Frequent presenter and facilitator for philanthropic, nonprofit, community impact, and corporate audiences.
- Experienced in executive communications, public speaking, media engagement, stakeholder storytelling, and thought leadership.
- Developed white papers, funding strategies, ecosystem analyses, grantmaking frameworks, executive briefings, and strategic recommendations used to inform organizational and investment decisions.
Core Expertise
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Organizational Design & Infrastructure
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Corporate Social Impact
- Philanthropic Strategy & Grantmaking
- Business Development
- Community Impact
- Program & Portfolio Management
- Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Product & Initiative Development
- Executive Communications
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Research & Evaluation
- Innovation & Systems Change
Timeline
Head of Originations,Community Impact & Investment
CAPITAL ONE
02.2025 - Current
Social Impact Advisor & Strategy
CAPITAL ONE
03.2023 - 02.2025
Community Impact Strategy & Design
CAPITAL ONE
04.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Program Officer
CAPITAL ONE
04.2019 - 04.2021
Community Affairs Regional Lead
CAPITAL ONE
08.2016 - 04.2019
Executive Director
M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN FAMILY FOUNDATION
08.2007 - 01.2016
Manager, Children's Hunger Initiatives
PHILABUNDANCE
01.2005 - 01.2007
Healthcare Compliance & Quality Assurance Analyst
NHS HUMAN SERVICES
01.2002 - 01.2005
Master of Public Administration (MPA) -
University of Pennsylvania, Fels Institute of Government
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy and Communications
Houghton University