Jenn Walters-Michalec
Conceptual and strategic thinker, dot-connector, people-connector, philanthropic & public affairs leader, community advocate, futurist+ social impact and innovation.
- Role
- Head of Originations and Portfolio Optimization, Community Impact and Investment at Capital One
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jenn Walters-Michalec
Senior social impact leader with 20+ years of experience designing and scaling philanthropic and community investment strategies across corporate, nonprofit, and foundation environments.I specialize in aligning capital with mission—building portfolios, partnerships, and programs that deliver measurable outcomes and lasting community value. Known for translating complexity into clarity, influencing across functions, and leading with both rigor and heart.Currently focused on maximizing the impact of large-scale community investment platforms. Always interested in work that treats people, not just metrics, as the point.
Experience
Head of Originations and Portfolio Optimization, Community Impact and Investment
Feb 2025 — Present
Designing and building the infrastructure to enable strategic identification, evaluation, and establishment of high-impact partnerships that align with our Community Impact & Investment goals. Driving the origination of innovative investment and grantmaking opportunities, fostering relationships with mission-driven organizations, financial intermediaries, and community stakeholders. Delivering sustainable and measurable community benefits-Strategic Sourcing & Partnership Development-Investment & Grantmaking Strategy Execution-Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Education
Houghton College
BA
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Non-Profits
- Philanthropy
- Board Development
- Program Development
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Grant Writing
- Operational Due Diligence
- Strategic Communications
- Program Management
- Public Speaking
- Data Analysis
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Event Planning
- Fundraising
- Community Engagement
- Training
- Volunteer Management
- Public Relations
- Media Relations
- Nonprofits
- Program Evaluation
- Public Policy
- Nonprofit Management
- Community Development
- Grants
Find verified contacts for anyone on LinkedIn
Unifers gives sales teams verified emails and direct dials, enriched profiles, and outreach that lands in the inbox.
Free plan included · No credit card required
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.