Mary Kay Clunies-Ross
Executive Director @Chronic Disease Coalition
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director @Chronic Disease Coalition
Currently leading a national organization advocating for millions of Americans living with chronic conditions, ensuring access to care and protection of patient rights. Report directly to a board of directors, develop and execute organizational strategy, and manage multi-state advocacy campaigns.Leadership Scope:• Governance and board development• Strategic planning and execution• Grassroots and direct advocacy• Stakeholder partnerships• Volunteer recruitment and engagement• Fiscal and operational oversight, including vendor management and complianceThe Chronic Disease Coalition (CDC) advocates on behalf of chronic disease patients, and empowers them to advocate themselves. We work on state and federal policy issues that advance access, affordability and representation.
EDUCATION
St. Francis High School
High School Diploma, General
University of Washington
Certificate Program, Nonprofit Management
Northwestern University
MSJ, Journalism
Seattle University
Bachelor's, Political Science
SKILLS
ABOUT MARY KAY CLUNIES-ROSS
Organizational success depends on clarity—of vision, communication, and leadership. For more than 25 years, I’ve led organizations through transformation, crisis, and growth, helping leaders and boards navigate high-stakes moments with integrity.As Executive Director of the Chronic Disease Coalition and Principal of Sunshine Communications, I combine hands-on executive experience with strategic thinking to solve problems. With expertise in governance, organizational effectiveness, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement, clients and I work together to make their organizations stronger and more resilient. Whether guiding a nonprofit through leadership transition, advising a healthcare startup on strategy, or serving as a trusted advisor to public boards and executives, I help organizations align purpose and performance. My approach blends long-term strategic thinking with executive leadership, clarity of mission, public service and practical results that matter.I am proud to help organizations get to the bright side of their worst days. As both consultant and executive, I know the tactics change over time, but the fundamental truth remains: The more we work together to share information and build mutual understanding, the better world we live in.
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