Regina Malveaux
Seattle,WA
Summary
High-performing C-Suite professional with integrity and strong leadership skills. Applies extensive knowledge and abilities to positively impact the organizations I have led. Flexible in transitional situations and dynamic conditions. Works well under extreme stress and evolving challenges.
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in strategic leadership and stakeholder/donor engagement. Successfully partnered on initiatives resulting in $30M annually for community organizations, driving significant community impact and renewed confidence in legacy brands.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Impact Officer
United Way of King County
Seattle, WA
02.2023 - Current
- Provided strategic leadership for the Community Services Team, comprised of 5 senior directors, 35 staff, and 150+ AmeriCorps members, to achieve organizational priorities in financial and housing stability, food security, education, racial equity, and public policy/systems change.
- Partnered with key internal and community stakeholders to create strategies aimed at addressing the community's most challenging issues.
- Collaborated with internal development team and regional institutional philanthropy as thought partners, collaborators, and solutions-oriented funding partners.
- Collaborated with CEO and Chief Philanthropy Officer to cultivate and close major asks from corporate funders including Microsoft, Amazon and Costco in support of a multi-pronged strategy to fund our $50mil annual budget.
- Work with local, state and federal public funders to ensure effective implementation of policies, resource allocation, and compliance.
- Served as Interim Chief Philanthropy Officer from May-Aug 2025.
- Led the development and execution of United Way ‘s Community Impact Agenda, resulting in $30M annually supporting over 150 community organizations reaching thousands of our neighbors in need.
- Directed the allocation of nearly $30M in alignment with policies set by the President/CEO and UWKC Board of Directors.
- Contributed to transforming organizational culture and executing the strategic roadmap, including reorganization and sunsetting long-standing programs, which led to an 18% increase in operational efficiency.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Directed strategic planning and implementation of organizational goals.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to achieve company objectives.
- Represented the organization at external events and conferences.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Executive Director, Office of the Governor
WA State Women’s Commission
Olympia, WA
08.2020 - 02.2023
- Advocated for the needs of Washington state’s 3.8 million women to government officials.
- Collaborated with 9 appointed Commissioners to advise the Governor, state legislature, and agencies on laws, policies, programs, and strategies affecting women and girls.
- Delivered critical public health information and economic support during the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a trusted source for the community.
- Organized statewide listening forums, which involved gathering input from key stakeholders to effectively guide policy implementation on new gender-based violence reforms.
- Led efforts to support legislative leadership and secure widespread backing for the $1.1B Fair Start for Kids Act, improving access to affordable childcare and early learning for over 100,000 Washington families.
- Collaborated with local organizations to expand outreach and partnerships.
- Supervised staff, providing guidance and support for professional development.
- Advocated for women's rights through legislative initiatives and community programs.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
Chief Executive Officer
YWCA Spokane
Spokane, WA
01.2013 - 08.2020
- Offered leadership support, supervision, and coaching to 8 direct reports following the agency’s reorganization.
- Managed a 24-hour emergency shelter, transitional housing, advocacy services, mental health counseling, legal services, work readiness, and early childhood education programs to meet community needs.
- Raised the profile of the organization as a content expert for local media and lawmakers.
- Significantly increased the organization’s participation in state and federal policy advocacy related to gender based violence and human services funding.
- Increased agency revenue to $5.5M in close coordination with a diverse board of 25 women leaders and 90 staff members.
- Executed a diverse fundraising strategy that included government grants, private foundations, major gifts, and corporate support, and generated approximately $300K annually through the Women of Achievement luncheon.
- Formulated an agency growth strategy that boosted fundraising and grant revenues by 60% over the previous five years.
- Cultivated a positive agency and team culture by applying Good to Great and StrengthsFinder strategies.
- Managed five Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) locations, thereby receiving funding from the state of Washington valued at $1.5M.
- Established the Spokane Family Justice Center in collaboration with city and county law enforcement and prosecutors to implement a national model locally, and raised capital funding from the state legislature to build the facility.
- Facilitated board meetings to align goals and ensure effective governance practices.
- Implemented fundraising strategies to secure financial support for community programs.
- Advocated for policy changes at local and state levels to benefit underserved populations.
- Developed creative solutions for complex problems facing the organization.
- Checked financial reports to confirm financial soundness and good operating margin.
- Led the recruitment process for executive-level positions within the organization.
- Represented the company at industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
- Managed senior leadership team, aligning goals and efforts with company vision.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
Principal
R Malveaux & Associates
San Diego, CA
01.2012 - 12.2012
Executive Director
YWCA South Hampton Roads
Norfolk, VA
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Managed program development to address the needs of women and families in the community.
- Oversaw budget preparation and financial management for multiple programs and services.
- Directed staff recruitment, training, and performance management to build a strong team.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to advocate for policy changes benefiting marginalized populations.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
Adjunct Professor-Women’s/African American Studies
San Diego State University
01.2009 - 12.2009
Founding Director
Women's Legal Center
01.2006 - 12.2007
Legal Advocate
YWCA of San Diego County
San Diego, CA
01.2005 - 12.2005
Education
Juris Doctor -
Howard University School of Law
BA - Social Policy: Political Science, Social Work and Child/Family Studies
San Diego State University
Strategies in Nonprofit Management Certificate -
Harvard University School of Business
Women Board Directors Development Program Certificate -
UW Foster School of Business
Skills
- Nonprofit Management
- Executive leadership
- Board & Donor Development
- Corporate, Foundation and Major Gifts fundraising
- Organizational Change Management
- Team building and staff empowerment
- Budget oversight
- Grant management and compliance
- Community, Public and Legislative Relations
- Public Policy Advocacy
- Social Justice Initiatives
- Analytical thinking
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public speaking
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Board Member, 2016–Present
- YWCA USA, Board of Directors, 2017–2021
- Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Board of Directors, 2019–2020
- Washington State Women’s Commission, Gubernatorial Appointee/Commissioner, 2018–2020
- United Way Council of Agency Executives, 2013–2020
- National Association of YWCA Executives, 2010–2020
- University of Washington Foster School of Business, Women on Corporate Boards Alumni, 2019
- Obama for America, Regional Field Organizer, 2007–2008
Awards
- Spokane CDA Living/Catalyst Magazine Power 50 Most Influential People, 2019
- Myra Bradwell Bradwell Award, 2015, Gonzaga University School of Law Women’s Law Caucus
- Women in Business Leadership Non-profit Leader, 2014, Inland Business Catalyst Magazine
- San Diego Metropolitan Magazine 40 Under 40 Award
- Judge Adolfo Birch Public Interest Law Award
Timeline
Chief Impact Officer
United Way of King County
02.2023 - Current
Executive Director, Office of the Governor
WA State Women’s Commission
08.2020 - 02.2023
Chief Executive Officer
YWCA Spokane
01.2013 - 08.2020
Principal
R Malveaux & Associates
01.2012 - 12.2012
Executive Director
YWCA South Hampton Roads
01.2010 - 12.2012
Adjunct Professor-Women’s/African American Studies
San Diego State University
01.2009 - 12.2009
Founding Director
Women's Legal Center
01.2006 - 12.2007
Legal Advocate
YWCA of San Diego County
01.2005 - 12.2005
Juris Doctor -
Howard University School of Law
BA - Social Policy: Political Science, Social Work and Child/Family Studies
San Diego State University
Strategies in Nonprofit Management Certificate -
Harvard University School of Business
Women Board Directors Development Program Certificate -
UW Foster School of Business