MERRI KINGSLY

Innovative partnerships leader with 15+ years driving transformational growth through corporate sponsorships, fundraising, and cause marketing. Skilled at breaking down silos in nonprofit and corporate partnership models, creating integrated strategies that connect revenue, in-kind support, employee engagement, and social impact. While my career has been rooted in corporate revenue generation, I have applied these strategies within mission-driven contexts, such as developing partnerships in New York City schools and serving as a media partner for Michelle Obama's Let's campaign. Trusted by global brands and emerging nonprofits alike to deliver campaigns that align head to heart to revenue, I bring both a proven revenue track record and a deep commitment to advancing social impact.

• Closed multimillion-dollar partnerships with Apple, MasterCard, and Unilever, aligning corporate CSR priorities with social impact campaigns.
• Served as media partner for Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign , connecting national sponsorships with youth health and wellness advocacy.
• Founded the Athlete Cooking Academy , recognized by White House advisors for advancing equity and community engagement through culinary education.
• Forged partnerships with NYC schools and Lincoln Center to expand arts access for underserved students, demonstrating the ability to integrate corporate partnership strategies into nonprofit settings.