David Collis Foster

About David Collis Foster

With over three years at Groundwater Institute, I lead the design and execution of programs that advance equity and inclusion while driving organizational growth. Collaborating with enterprise clients, our team implements leadership development initiatives, scalable learning tools, and strategic frameworks tailored to meet evolving needs. Representing the organization at conferences and public forums, I help cultivate new partnerships and expand our reach. My prior roles as a consultant, project leader, and consulting team coach at BCG and business operations leader in a charter school network have given me the expertise and commitment to deliver impactful solutions for clients. My hope is to empower organizations to grow sustainably while contributing to a society that leaves no one behind.

Experience

1. Head of Programs & Operations

   Groundwater Institute

   May 2022 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   I focus on driving social impact through strategic learning program development and client engagement in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.• Scope and lead client engagements to create tailored business strategies that promote equity and inclusion. • Test, pilot, refine, and scale innovative programs to address evolving client needs, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness. • Represent Groundwater Institute at industry conferences, increasing brand awareness and generating new business leads.

Education

• The Wharton School

  MBA, Real Estate

  2011 — 2013

• University of Pennsylvania

  MLA, Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning

  2009 — 2013

• Harvard University

  A.B., Romance Languages and Literatures

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Data Analysis
• Rhino 3d
• Financial Modeling
• Organizational Design
• Alteryx
• Marketing Strategy
• Management
• Program Management
• Research
• Strategy
• Urban Planning
• Market Research
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning