Senior Manager of Institutional Partnerships

Colleen is the Senior Manager of Institutional Partnerships, overseeing the process of securing aligned grants, sponsorships, and funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, innovative financiers, and corporations.

Born and raised in San Francisco, surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, Colleen developed a deep appreciation for protecting ecosystems and promoting regenerative practices from a young age. Inspired by the transformative potential of entrepreneurship in scaling social change, she has led programs and partnerships at organizations like the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Endeavor, StartupBus, and the American Sustainable Business Network, supporting cross-sector innovation and social responsibility initiatives with multinational corporations, government programs, and NGOs.

Colleen pursued her undergraduate education at Boston University and holds certificates in Monitoring and Evaluation (NYU SPS) and Innovation and Growth (Stanford Graduate School of Business). With a background in neuroscience, comparative religion, and social science research, Colleen is skilled at aligning diverse stakeholders, breaking down silos, and delivering impactful initiatives. In her free time, she enjoys urban exploration, gardening, and connecting people through shared food experiences.