Kitty Rothschild
Greater Chicago Area,IL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Chief Operating Officer with a proven track record in nonprofit leadership, social impact strategy, and operational transformation. Expertise in optimizing business practices, financial management, and strategic growth for mission-driven organizations. Adept at managing multi-million-dollar budgets, securing high-profile funding, and building lasting partnerships. Passionate about integrating operational excellence with creative and social impact initiatives.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer - Fractional
The Goldie Hawn Foundation | MindUP
08.2024 - Current
- Oversee all operational functions, including finance, legal, HR, and business affairs
- Provide leadership in board governance, product development, and go-to-market strategy
- Strengthen organizational efficiency to expand the reach and impact of MindUP’s SEL programs
Chief Operating Officer - Fractional
Integrity Media Group
07.2023 - Current
- Built business operations from the ground up for both nonprofit and for-profit entities
- Manage board governance, financial oversight, legal compliance, and program execution
- Serve as the primary liaison with Crown Family Philanthropy, fostering key stakeholder relationships
Chief Operating Officer
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
07.2017 - 12.2022
- Led all operational aspects, including IT, finance, HR, marketing, and strategic planning
- Secured the largest single gift in CASEL’s history from MacKenzie Scott
- Achieved a 150% increase in multi-year grants and strengthened funding partnerships
- Established the inaugural SEL Exchange Conference (2019) and served as Executive Producer for four years
Executive Director
Rush Hour Concerts (now Classical Music Chicago)
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Navigated an artistic leadership transition and oversaw a successful merger with the International Music Foundation
- Managed board governance, concert production, donor cultivation, and financial oversight
- Enhanced audience engagement through innovative programming and strategic marketing
- Established Make Music Chicago, an annual day-long celebration of music making on the summer solstice
Founder & Principal Consultant
Practical Matters, LLC
01.2013 - Current
- Provide executive consulting and coaching for social enterprises and nonprofits in strategic planning, operations, and fundraising
- Partner with organizations to enhance efficiency, optimize financial systems, and expand impact
- Clients include ParenTeach Institute, Success Bound, Lorenzo's House
Managing Partner & Executive Producer
ROI Ventures | Frequency 540
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Scaled ROI Ventures from a startup to a multi-million-dollar social impact firm before its acquisition by FQ540
- Led production and operations for major clients, including The Gates Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, and NoVo Foundation
- Developed digital and traditional media campaigns, overseeing content creation and marketing strategies
Senior Vice President, Executive Producer
Hal Riney & Partners / Heartland
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Led the broadcast production team, delivering award-winning advertising campaigns
- Managed national accounts, including Subway, Saturn, John Deere, and Nuveen Financial
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History and Music
Smith College
Northampton, MA05.1984
Opera Theater And Vocal Arts
Aspen Music Festival & School
Aspen, ColoradoOpera Theatre & Voice
Interlochen Arts Academy
Traverse City, MICore Skills And Expertise
- Nonprofit Leadership & Governance
- Strategic Planning & Business Development
- Fundraising & Grant Management
- Financial Oversight & P&L Responsibility
- Marketing & Communications Strategy
- Change Management & Organizational Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
- Creative Project & Event Management
Board And Community Engagement
- Current Board Member Positions: Lorenzo’s House, CelloBello
- Advisor: Uniting Voices Chicago, ParenTeach Institute, Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer - Fractional
The Goldie Hawn Foundation | MindUP
08.2024 - Current
Chief Operating Officer - Fractional
Integrity Media Group
07.2023 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
07.2017 - 12.2022
Executive Director
Rush Hour Concerts (now Classical Music Chicago)
01.2014 - 03.2017
Founder & Principal Consultant
Practical Matters, LLC
01.2013 - Current
Managing Partner & Executive Producer
ROI Ventures | Frequency 540
01.2006 - 01.2013
Senior Vice President, Executive Producer
Hal Riney & Partners / Heartland
01.1991 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - History and Music
Smith College
Opera Theater And Vocal Arts
Aspen Music Festival & School
Opera Theatre & Voice
Interlochen Arts Academy
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