She/ Her
Favorite movie:
Meet Me in St. Louis
Yvonne Whitaker
Senior Consultant
Yvonne Navarro Whitaker led corporate philanthropy for fifteen years with NCR Corporation, NCR Voyix and NCR Atleos. She led a multi-million global corporate giving strategy focused on alignment with business and employee engagement goals. Yvonne adhered to trust-based, partnership model philosophy around working with nonprofits to make a strong impact, driving change in individuals in communities. Being strategic, mindful, and empathetic to the needs of nonprofit leaders and the communities they serve is the centerpiece of her work.
Yvonne began her career supporting nonprofits, working in the fundraising/development capacity for health, education and arts organizations. She also worked as a program director and grants manager in private and family-led philanthropy organizations.
Her hobbies include reading, knitting, and spending time with family.
Yvonne has worked with: Beazer Charitable Foundation, NCR Foundation, Hi-Hope Service Center, The Wallace Foundation, The Morgan Family Foundation
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Human Services Administration
Master of Arts in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Skills
Feasibility studies
Corporate sponsorships
Board development, training, and engagement
Facilitating board meetings, retreats, or work sessions
Fundraising plans
Strategic planning
Memberships & Volunteer Service
CVC Atlanta
Hi-Hope Service Center
GA Aquarium Education Advisory Committee
Accolades
2023 Top Practitioner, Leaders in Corporate Citizenship Awards
Yvonne has been featured in:
Atlanta Business Journal
Rough Draft