Susan Romanski

About Susan Romanski

Dynamic and mission-driven nonprofit leader with deep expertise in U.S. and international humanitarian response. Proven ability to inspire and manage diverse teams, cultivate collaborative partnerships, and generate revenue for mission-driven causes.Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to lead through transitions and solve complex challenges in high-pressure environments. A supportive and inclusive leader who champions team success and drives collective impact through strong interpersonal skills and cross-sector collaboration.Committed to continuous learning and professional development, staying at the forefront of sector trends, innovations, and best practices.CORE COMPETENCIES:Leadership & Strategic PlanningProgram & Team ManagementFundraising & CommunicationsTraining & Capacity BuildingCommunity Engagement & Participatory ApproachesCross-Sector Collaboration & PartnershipsEvaluation & Data AnalyticsRepresentation & Influence Organizational Learning & Change ManagementSUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Coordinated or supported response to more than 15 major humanitarian emergencies across the U.S, South America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle EastCultivated strong relationships with institutional donors, foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth individualsSecured multimillion-dollar awards to implement humanitarian assistance programsDesigned and launched a global disaster management learning program accessed by over staff and community partners in 40+ countriesCo-created an innovative community resilience program for newcomers in collaboration with local government and public schools in the Pacific NorthwestDeveloped the first Disaster Risk Reduction/Climate Change Adaptation program for a major international NGOLed a team of 50 staff and 30 development projects in partnership with over 20 community-based organizations in South AmericaOversaw the provision of approximately small grants to more than 200 community organizations in Africa and Latin AmericaServed as a United Nations Volunteer in Mozambique

Experience

1. Head of Strategic Partnerships

   Miraclefeet

   Aug 2025 — Present

   Responsible for optimizing MiracleFeet’s development and visibility efforts through data-driven strategy, performance analysis, and innovative fundraising approaches. Supervises the agency\'s development, communications and marketing staff and focuses on enhancing the team’s productivity and effectiveness by providing strategic insights, refining fundraising processes, and meeting long-term revenue growth objectives.

Education

• Marquette University

  Study Abroad Program in Madrid, Spain

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  Fellow, Seminar XXI Program on Foreign Politics, International Relations, and the National Interest

• University of Florida

  Bachelor's degree, Journalism and Communications

• Boston University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), International Relations and Affairs