Elizabeth Swanson
CEO @A Better Chicago
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WORK HISTORY
CEO @A Better Chicago
Chicago, IL, US
A Better Chicago is a venture philanthropy that invests in the most promising non-profits that help children escape poverty. We\'re a supercharger. We harness best practices from the public and private sectors to identify, support and scale programs that have the greatest potential to drive impact and help young people thrive in education, career, and life. To date, we have deployed more than $83 million and now reach almost Chicago youth annually. We are the strategic partner for donors who want to make pivotal, well-researched investments that lift the outlook of our city.
EDUCATION
University of Chicago
MPP, Public Policy
Amherst College
BA, English and American Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT ELIZABETH SWANSON
Accomplished public, nonprofit, and philanthropic leader who has spent her career leading transformative efforts to improve the lives of young people. Extensive experience managing large teams and budgets (in excess of $5 billion annually), and a nimble executive with a track record of catalyzing policy and practice change at the federal, state, and local levels. Team and coalition builder, with experience leading complex organizations, launching public-private partnerships, and starting new nonprofits. Skilled public speaker, with a passion for equity and cross-sector policy impact. Energized in times of transition, growth, and political complexity.
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