Anita Whitehead

About Anita Whitehead

I am a seasoned leader in the philanthropy, non-profit, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) sectors, with over 20 years of experience in creating positive and lasting change in the world. As the President and Chair of the KPMG US Foundation, philanthropic and volunteerism programs aligning them with the firm\'s values and vision.I also lead the Social Impact practice at KPMG, where I help global organizations plan their philanthropic vision, build corporate citizenship, and manage their charitable investments. I leverage my expertise in CSR, non-profit consulting, and financial oversight to provide strategic guidance, process improvement, and regulatory compliance solutions across the globe. I have a proven track record of building and leading global teams. By fostering collaboration and leveraging the diverse talents and perspectives of individuals from different regions and backgrounds, I have successfully driven cross-functional initiatives and achieved impactful results on a global scale.I serve on several non-profit boards, where I contribute to their mission and governance. I believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and impact to unlock the potential of humanity.

Experience

1. Principal Head of Social Impact Practice

   KPMG

   Oct 2016 — Present · Mclean, VA, US

   Based in Mclean, VA, I help global organizations plan their philanthropic vision, build corporate citizenship worldwide, and manage the legacy they wish to leave behind.I work with both companies and non-profits. I raise questions: • What is your strategy around philanthropy? • How can you improve your grant-making process? • Where does your Corporate Citizenship make the greatest impact?• What do you need to understand about the regulatory and compliance issues of charitable investments? • How can you operate more efficiently and effectively?• When is the right time to redesign your grant programs? • How can you establish philanthropic operations in other countries?• In short: Why do you do what you do? And how do you make a difference in philanthropy and social responsibility?My board work forms an integral part of my purpose at KPMG. • I serve as the Chair of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals.• I also serve on the boards of Global Impact and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. Board governance is a key topic in my presentations to nonprofit organizations. Audiences and forums include: • Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals• Conference Board • Points of Light

Education

• University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business

  Certificate in Corporate Responsibility

• Indiana University Indianapolis

  Masters, Health Administration

• Virginia Tech

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology

Skills

• Leadership
• Non-Profits
• Grants
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Nonprofits
• International Development
• Management
• Capacity Building
• Business Planning
• Managerial Finance
• Non-Profit Administration
• Due Diligence
• Finance
• Healthcare
• Requirements Analysis
• Databases
• Management Consulting
• Business Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Higher Education
• Corporate Philanthropy
• Grant Monitoring
• Strategy
• Program Management
• Public Speaking
• Project Management
• Corporate Social Responsibility