In this role, Todd is responsible for overseeing the mission and vision of Building Impact while advancing the organization's culture, capability, processes and impact. Additionally, he is responsible for establishing and executing Building Impact’s business development strategy, strategic growth plan and expanding community engagement models.
Prior to Building Impact, Todd was the Global Head of Social Impact at Wayfair and has held community engagement and philanthropy roles at Uber Technologies, JPMorgan Chase & Company and brings extensive nonprofit experience through private consulting. Volunteering has been a part of his DNA since a young age from his time in the Marine Corps Reserves and most recently in disaster response/relief. Todd is a proud father of two, loves his dogs and enjoys being in nature any chance he can get.
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Starting as the Marketing Associate, she now acts as the Senior Marketing and Graphic Design Manager. Emmy leads a wide range of marketing initiatives, including developing the marketing for Building Impact’s volunteer programs, optimizing our web presence and collateral, and leading our impact reporting. Prior to joining the Building Impact team, Emmy interned with United Way of Pioneer Valley and SIOS Technology Corp.. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing with a Minor in Graphic Design from Emmanuel College.
She enjoys watercolor painting, live music, and trying out cafés in Boston.
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Having worked in entrepreneurial and growing organizations for more than 25 years, Emily's talents lie in leveraging the diverse skills and expertise of team members toward deeper impact, greater productivity and authentic growth. As President, CEO and COO of several organizations, Emily has managed and led through periods of transition in support of organizational growth and positive change. Emily has an undergraduate degree from Hamilton College, a Master of Education degree from The University of Vermont, and is also a graduate of the Executive Program for Nonprofit Leaders at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business, as well as the Advanced Executive Program at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Emily is currently serving as Building Impact's Strategic Advisor.
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She is responsible for executing our growth plan and scaling the adoption of our service offerings by developing strategic partnerships between clients and non-profits.
Previously, MJ was the Associate Director of Employment Placement at Year Up, where she built and stewarded strong relationships with hiring managers nationally and led the employment team to coach over 200 Year Up alumni through career development and academic plans.
Outside of work, MJ attends Southern New Hampshire University through Duet, majoring in Business Administration and Marketing. She enjoys trying new recipes and songwriting.
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She is responsible for supporting Emmy, the Senior Marketing and Graphic Design Manager, with creating graphics, marketing content, and programs materials for Building Impact. She recently graduated from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where she obtained a BFA in graphic design. Her favorite components of design include typography, UX/UI, and branding. She is ecstatic about the work she’s doing at Building Impact and helping make a difference in the community.
She also enjoys warm weather, Boston, music, and animals.
Emily manages program development and delivery and supports BI’s network of nonprofit partners.
Emily completed her Masters of Design in 2024 at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She previously worked in various roles at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern MA, a youth mentorship agency.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys aerial arts, dance and creative writing.
