Charlotte Matthews

Senior Director, Impact @American College Of Lifestyle Medicine

Grand Rapids, MI, US
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WORK HISTORY

Jan 2025 — Present

Senior Director, Impact @American College Of Lifestyle Medicine

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Led a strategic repositioning of the Impact function as a center of excellence (bridging partnership & philanthropy), aligning internal change management with external ecosystem needs and driving 292% growth in the first two years• Designed and executed future-oriented impact and fundraising strategies that bridged traditional philanthropy with innovative models, strengthening collective outcomes and long-term sustainability• Built and led a high-performing team of six, providing clear strategic direction, coaching, and accountability while fostering adaptability and continuous learning executive coaching to internal team members, including C-suite leaders, resulting in enhanced external positioning and increased visibility in key markets• Served as a strategic advisor and executive coach to senior leaders, including C-suite executives, strengthening organizational positioning, influence, and external credibilityConvened and aligned a broad network of stakeholders across healthcare, technology, academia, NGOs, foundations, health systems, payors, and major donors to advance shared goals• Oversaw the development of integrated brand, communications, and platform assets that increased visibility, strengthened partnerships, and supported resource mobilization at scale

EDUCATION

2004 — 2005

Studio Arts College International

Studio Art/Museology

2002 — 2006

Kansas City Art Institute

BFA, Illustration/Design & Art History Double Major

2009 — 2010

Northwestern University

Certificate, Fine Art Appraisal & Connoisseurship

2003 — 2005

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Illustration/Metalsmithing

2001 — 2002

DePaul University

Philosophy/Art History

2006 — 2008

The University of Kansas

MA, Museum Studies

SKILLS

Social NetworkingSocial Media MarketingContemporary ArtGalleriesIllustrationArt ExhibitionsCopywritingMuseumsVolunteer ManagementMuseum CollectionsEditingCreative DirectionFundraisingNonprofit OrganizationsFine ArtPaintingSocial MediaCuratingStrategic PlanningArtPublic RelationsMarketingMedia RelationsPublic SpeakingPhotoshopCuratorial ProjectsNon-ProfitsVisual ArtsEvent PlanningCreative WritingCommunity OutreachArt DirectionArts AdministrationNewslettersAdobe Creative SuiteResearchCustomer ServiceTeachingGraphic DesignBranding & Identity

ABOUT CHARLOTTE MATTHEWS

From Strategy to Impact: A Proven Leader Driving Innovation and Growth Throughout my career, I\'ve been passionate about transforming ideas into meaningful action. With a foundation in creative problem-solving and strategic foresight, I’ve worked across industries—healthcare, education, art, architecture, and wellness—building resilient cultures and forging impactful partnerships.Key highlights: Strategic Leadership: Spearheaded organizational transformations, including building departments from the ground up, refining market positioning, and coaching teams to achieve ambitious goals. Innovation-Driven Growth: Identified untapped opportunities, developed strategic growth plans, and launched new solutions that delivered measurable results. Collaboration & Connection: Partnered with diverse stakeholders to co-create strategies, foster engagement, and drive community impact. Creativity Meets Efficiency: Simplified complexity, turned constraints into opportunities, and delivered innovative programs that inspire change.I thrive at the intersection of vision, purpose, and execution—leading with empathy, collaboration, and a relentless drive to uncover possibilities where others see limits. Let’s connect and explore how we can create meaningful impact together.Specialties: Business Strategy, Creativity and Innovation, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Business Coaching, Organizational Development, Strengths Finding, Systems Thinking, Project Management, Business & Professional Writing, Non-Profit Management, Marketing, Graphic DesignCore CompetenciesStrategic Planning and Execution, Fundraising and Donor Relations, Impact Measurement & Evaluation, Community Engagement and Stakeholder Management, Program and Project Management, Business Relationship Management, Social Impact and Innovation, Relationship Development, Change Management, Program Development, Negotiation, Strategic Initiatives, Design Thinking, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Budget Planning and Forecasting, Leadership, Marketing Campaign Development and Execution, Event Planning and Execution, and Performance Metrics.

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