Vivian Oden

About Vivian Oden

As an expert in philanthropy, I see the importance of engaging diverse voices, understanding how they give and developing engagement strategies to build long-lasting relationships. I spearheaded Hampton Roads’ first celebration of Black Philanthropy Month in 2018. In 2019, I founded Visionaries for Change, a giving circle, with other Black business and civic leaders to develop solutions for Black communities experiencing economic distress. The first giving circle of its kind in Hampton Roads. Also, in 2019, I was the co-creator of Unmasking Hampton Roads, a three-part learning series designed to examine the historic and contemporary impact of racism in Hampton Roads. Creating a more inclusive and equitable community is my passion with an emphasis on racial equity. I have experience facilitated conversations on race, unconscious bias, stereotypes, microaggressions, and racial equity.

Experience

1. Vice President for Equity and Inclusion

   Hampton Roads Community Foundation

   Aug 2006 — Present

Education

• Old Dominion University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration and Management, Information Technology & Marketing Management

• Old Dominion University

  Master of Public Administration - MPA