Lindsay Martin

National Strategic Alliances Director

How can women support other women in their organizations?

Women can support each other through inclusion and belonging. Invite your female colleagues to a seat at the table and assure them they belong there.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg changed the conversation around women in leadership. It empowered a whole generation of women to own their seat at the table.

Rachael Dineen

Sales Enablement Director

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started working at Foundation Source in November of 2020. My favorite part of my job is learning about all of the good that our clients do with their philanthropy.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

My advice would be to stay curious, keep learning and be open to new ideas.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand is an incredible story of resilience. I could read it many times and learn something new.

What does it mean to you to be a female in a leadership role?

My responsibility is to stay true to my values and principles and let them guide my decisions and actions.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

Celebrate successes, no matter how big or small and acknowledge each other’s achievements.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

Foundation Source has supportive and empowering women in every department. These women collectively provide guidance and opportunities for collaboration at every level.

Ann McPherson

PG Calc, Marketing Consultant

How long have you worked in philanthropy or the nonprofit sector?

I have been working in philanthropy for 23 years.

What drew you to the nonprofit sector?

I had just left a for-profit organization and a mutual colleague suggested I contact a particular philanthropic organization, thinking they would benefit from my skillset. I initially thought this would be an interim position, which was 23 years ago! I had the fortune to work with the most prestigious as well as the smallest nonprofit organizations who needed assistance advancing their planned giving program.

What’s the most meaningful experience you’ve had with a nonprofit or donor?

It was a call from a Major Gift Officer (MGO) at a community hospital in Illinois letting me know she had heard from a donor who had been in touch with her on and off over the past couple of years. The donor received a postcard from the hospital, in which I was involved. The donor was so inspired by the messaging that she called the MGO to make a six-figure gift. The gift was a momentous occasion, but the call I received from the MGO expressing her gratitude was my gift.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

I am not sure how anyone can pick one favorite book, especially from a woman author, so here are my top three:
1. Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott
2. Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain – an underrated leadership book
3. The Samurai’s Garden by Gail Tsukiyama – how to live life

Kathyrn Clark

Senior Director, Tax & Accounting

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started at Foundation Source in December 2023. My favorite part of the job is the people I work with. I have a great team that is willing to work together to get through deadlines.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Take your paid time off (PTO). Early on in my career, I remember having colleagues who seemed to pride themselves by taking very little PTO. We all deserve some time off, so make sure to take it!

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

I’m currently loving a podcast from a food influencer I follow: So Into That by Caroline Chambers.

What does it mean to you to be a female in a leadership role?

In my field of accounting, it tends to still be top heavy with male leadership due to the work demands at the large accounting firms. I feel proud to have found a position where I can be in a leadership role while also maintaining what is important to me outside work. I hope that I can demonstrate to other women in accounting that you can stay in this field and find work/life balance.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

As women, we tend to shy away from praise, so when you see a woman doing something great, make sure to acknowledge her hard work.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

When you have a diversified group of people in leadership, the organization can only thrive as everyone brings different perspectives and solutions.

Julia Boerth

Director of Gift Administration, PG Calc

How long have you worked in philanthropy or the nonprofit sector?

I have worked in philanthropy and the non-profit sector since 1993 when I graduated college. I first worked in an early childhood nonprofit before seeking my master’s degree in public administration. I had a brief foray into the public sector in a nonpartisan position in state government, but returned to our sector, first in grantmaking and then in planned giving.

What drew you to the nonprofit sector?

My parents both worked in the nonprofit sector, so it has always been front and center in my life. Supporting organizations and people with a mission to help others and serve the public good gives me energy and purpose, so I never really considered anything else.

What’s the most meaningful experience you’ve had with a nonprofit or donor?

One experience that stands out is in one of my grantmaking positions where we funded a program to provide eyeglasses to low-income students. One student was chronically truant and struggling in school until he got new glasses through this program. We learned that he was embarrassed by the glasses covered by Medicaid, and that “everyone knew” what the Medicaid glasses looked like. By having different glasses that were less stigmatizing, the child was no longer ashamed to wear the glasses or go to school. Many of us can recall the pain of peer pressure and fitting in during adolescence and the years leading up to it, so it was meaningful to know that something as small as a new pair of glasses helped this child succeed in school.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

Anything written by the poet Amanda Gorman. I heard her interviewed on NPR a few weeks before she participated in President Biden’s inauguration. I didn’t know at the time she would be participating in that event, so I was pleasantly surprised and captivated by her live reading, which was so moving, unique and powerful.

Gillian Howell

Head of Client Advisory Solutions

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started in November 2021. The best part of my job is getting to work directly with clients to solve their issues and enhance their experience with Foundation Source.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Relax, us old folk have paved the way! Seriously though, be true to yourself always, earn your seat at the table like everyone else and be confident in the fact that you have earned it and deserve it. Focus on your contributions and how you can exceed, and, in most cases, you reap the rewards.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

I lean towards Irish authors (male and female) – no surprise! From the light like Maeve Binchy to the more complex authors like Edna O’Brien. Her novel, The Country Girls, is amazing.

What does it mean to you to be a female in a leadership role?

It’s about the responsibility to inspire and mentor other female associates who are looking to grow in their roles and seeking guidance.

Have you had any female role models that have inspired you throughout your career?

I’ve been very lucky to have been mentored by three different female leaders during the most important moments in my career. I learned so much from them and my growth is directly down to them and their leadership and example.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

By being present for them: encouragement, championing their causes and needs, listening and offering advice as appropriate.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

We have diversity of thought and ideas, a focus on execution and empathy.

Tania Huete

Director of Client Services, Premier Group

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I joined Foundation Source in 2012 and one of my favorite aspects of my role is building and nurturing relationships with our clients, learning about the causes that are important to them and witnessing the tangible outcomes of their philanthropic efforts.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Don’t be afraid to advocate for yourself and your career advancement. Unfortunately, we won’t always have someone else championing for us, so we’ll need to champion for ourselves. Also, it’s ok to make mistakes! You don’t have to be perfect; our struggles help us discover our biggest strengths.

What does it mean to you to be a female in a leadership role?

For me personally, leadership is not about being in charge, but instead about taking care of those in my charge and investing in their success. Leadership is a responsibility to see those around me rise.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

Women can support other women by promoting their achievements within an organization. This can include crediting them by name for their contributions, highlighting their successes and recommending them for high-profile assignments. We can also support each other by challenging biases and stereotypes that limit women’s access to opportunities and actively promote a culture of inclusivity.

Elizabeth Wong

Head of Philanthropic Advisory Services

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started at Foundation Source in 2014. The best part of my job is helping clients achieve “aha moments” in their charitable giving.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Know your worth. Be unapologetic about the value you bring to the table and the contribution you make.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

Wiser Than Me, which is a podcast by Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

A significant proportion of our clients are women; it is essential that we understand their perspectives and experience and know what they are looking for in a philanthropic partner.

Lisa Craighead

Director of Client Services, Premier Group

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started working at Foundation Source in June 2015. As a Private Client Advisor and a Director on the Premier Group, I love getting to know my clients and learning about their philanthropic goals.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Follow your passions and always strive to achieve more. Believe in yourself and be confident in your abilities. Build a network and use it. Always work hard.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

My favorite podcast is Fresh Air with Terry Gross, featuring intimate conversations with luminaries focusing on contemporary arts and issues.

What does it mean to you to be a female in a leadership role?

As a female leader, like many women leaders, I am looking to prioritize the well-being and development of my team members. My goal is to create a positive work environment and reward good performance. Women often bring unique perspectives and skills such as empathy, emotional intelligence and strong communication skills to the workplace, which can be critical to success.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Follow your dreams, be confident in your abilities and always push yourself to learn more. Advocate for yourself and do not be afraid to make mistakes.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

Women can support other women by acting as mentors and serving as role models for younger women.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

Foundation Source promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. They benefit from having many women in leadership roles, but in also having a diverse workforce with no barriers for those who want to succeed.

Robyn Hullihan

Senior Philanthropic Director

When did you start working at Foundation Source and what is your favorite part of your job?

I started working at Foundation Source in 2019. It can be quite exciting (and an honor) to partner with our clients to define and realize their broad range of philanthropic goals.

What advice would you give to the next generation of women in business?

Your voice and your efforts matter. Believe in what you say and do and stay true to being seen, heard and respected.

What is your favorite book, podcast or product from women creators?

My most recent favorite is “Women Design Women”, which you can check out at the Metropolitan Museum of Art to be inspired by women’s (often unrecognized) creative genius over the ages.

Have you had any female role models that have inspired you throughout your career?

My mom not only fought to elevate a woman’s role in society and the workplace, but also encouraged me to work hard and believe that my goals are achievable.

How can women support other women in their organizations?

Mentor, serve as role models and help them get their foot in the door.

How do you think Foundation Source benefits from having women in leadership?

Women are not only Foundation Source clients, but also the recipients of many of our clients’ support. Together with women in leadership, we can gain a wide range of understanding about charitable giving for and by this formidable demographic and elevate the dialogue to find solutions to their challenges.