Mary Graham
Executive with expertise in communications, strategic planning, business development and advocacy.
- Role
- Chief Executive Officer at Read Rva
- Location
- Franklin, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Mary Graham
I am a high-impact executive and communications wizard with firecracker energy and…
Experience
Chief Executive Officer
Oct 2025 — Present · Richmond, VA, US
Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to advance READ RVA’s mission of promoting literacy and educational equity.Oversee daily operations, ensuring effective program delivery and organizational performance.Lead fundraising, donor engagement, and partnership development with corporate, foundation, and community stakeholders.Manage the organization’s financial health, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure sustainability.Serve as the public face of the organization, advocating for literacy, equity, and community impact.Collaborate with the Board of Directors to establish goals, policies, and strategic priorities.Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.Implement performance metrics and evaluation systems to measure program outcomes and organizational impact.Drive innovation in literacy programs and community initiatives to maximize reach and effectiveness.Represent READ RVA in local, regional, and national networks to build influence and advance mission-driven objectives.
Skills
- Non-Profits
- Program Development
- Public Policy
- Press Releases
- Proposal Writing
- Strategic Communications
- Policy
- Public Relations
- Media Relations
- Healthcare
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Political Campaigns
- Marketing Communications
- Marketing
- Social Services
- Community Outreach
- Corporate Communications
- Grants
- Nonprofits
- Mental Health
- Fundraising
- Volunteer Management
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Grassroots Organizing
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