Janet Labar

About Janet Labar

My leadership is defined by a steadfast commitment to responsible, equitable economic…

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Women\'s Impact Fund

   Jun 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Guide one of Charlotte’s most respected, women-led philanthropic organizations into its next phase of growth and impact by collaborating with the Women\'s Impact Fund team, Board, Advisors, members, volunteers, and key community partners.Founded in 2003, Women’s Impact Fund is a Charlotte-based philanthropic organization that strengthens communities by maximizing women’s leadership in philanthropy through collective giving, education, and engagement. With more than 450 members, WIF has awarded more than $8.1 million in grants to nonprofit organizations in the Charlotte area. Our grantmaking focuses on local nonprofits and investing in nonprofit leaders through our innovative Spark Awards.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing

  2004 — 2006

• Harvard Online

  Certificate, Managing Happiness

• University of West Florida

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Communications / Advertising

  1999

Skills

• Project Management
• Public Policy
• Strategic Planning
• Operations Management
• Community Development
• Research
• Business Development
• Non-Profits
• Economic Development
• Leadership
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Policy
• Program Management
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Corporate and Strategic Communications
• Strategy
• Strategic Communications
• Leadership Development
• Team Building
• Management
• Piano