Joanne Fritz has worked in the nonprofit world for most of her 30-year career beginning with teaching at the secondary, college, and university levels. She has also held senior management positions at two national nonprofits and two universities. Fritz has served on numerous nonprofit boards and was chosen to participate in leadership programs in two cities.

Experience:

Fritz served as Director of Development for The Girl Scout Council of Greater St. Louis, Associate Director of Programs at Elderhostel's Southwest Regional Office, and Director of University Relations at St. Louis University and the University of Iowa. She has also taught courses ranging from English to writing to American culture from high school to the university levels.

Education:

Fritz graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Bachelor's degree in English and a Master's Degree in Teaching English. She holds a Ph.D. in American Studies from St. Louis University. She attended the Leadership Program in Higher Education at Harvard University. Fritz has belonged to and held leadership positions in professional associations such as PRSA, NSFRE, CASE and IABC.

From Joanne Fritz:

This is an exciting time to be part of the nonprofit world. Nonprofit organizations are in the public eye daily, and their number and workforce have grown faster than the private sector. It is a new golden age for philanthropy, and new models for giving and addressing world problems have emerged at an increased pace. The nonprofit world is unique, complex, and fascinating. I'll help you make your philanthropy more focused, and, if you work in the field, stay informed, and develop your skills.