Maria Herbruger
Senior Portfolio Manager | Program Director | Strategic Partnership Management | Operations | Grants Management | Compliance
- Role
- Executive Director of Foundation Operations at Urban Land Institute
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Maria Herbruger
Mission-driven leader with 15+ years of experience and a proven track record in driving impact through strategic portfolio management, team development, and cross-functional partnerships. I excel at navigating complex challenges in international development, balancing compliance with innovation to deliver results that matter.At the intersection of strategic leadership and operational excellence, I\'ve- Overseen $25M-$230M+ global portfolios in grants and projects across 20+ countries in LAC, MENA, Eurasia, South and SE Asia, East and Southern Africa- Led high-performing teams to exceed performance metrics while fostering 100% retention and professional development- Driven $100M+ portfolio growth through strategic allocation and partnership development- Established compliance frameworks that ensure both regulatory adherence and program successMy approach combines strategic problem-solving with relationship-driven leadership - anticipating challenges, adapting to changing environments, and building the capacity of teams to deliver exceptional results.Core strengths- Portfolio & Grants Management- Strategic Leadership & Team Development- Financial Oversight & Compliance- Cross-Cultural Stakeholder Engagement- Risk Management & Crisis Resolution- Training & Capacity BuildingFluent in Spanish and a bi-cultural background with extensive field experience across emerging markets, I thrive in environments where I can translate organizational vision into tangible impact while developing others. I\'m passionate about creating sustainable solutions that empower communities and drive meaningful change.Currently seeking opportunities to lead strategic programs or portfolios with mission-driven organizations focused on global impact and social change.
Experience
Executive Director of Foundation Operations
Nov 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Education
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - BS, International Business
2001 — 2003
Wenatchee Valley College
Associate's degree, Business Administration
2001
Colegio Interamericano
High School Diploma
1998
New York University
Master of Science - MS, Global Affairs
2005 — 2007
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