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The Atlantic Philanthropies Name Human Rights Advocate Martin O’Brien Senior Vice President for Programmes
The Atlantic Philanthropies have announced the appointment of Martin O’Brien, a renowned human rights activist, as Senior Vice President for Programmes, effective immediately. O’Brien has served as Atlantic’s Country Director for Northern Ireland since 2010 and Director of its global Reconciliation & Human Rights Programme…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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Peter Smitham to Chair The Atlantic Philanthropies Board, Succeeding Fritz Schwarz
HAMILTON, BERMUDA, June 28, 2011 – The Board of Directors of The Atlantic Philanthropies announced today that Frederick A.O. “Fritz” Schwarz has chosen not to seek a further term as Board Chair, a role he has held since June 2008. Peter Smitham was elected to…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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The Atlantic Philanthropies Announces President and CEO Gara LaMarche to Step Down; Transition Plan Underway
NEW YORK, NY, June 03, 2011 – The Atlantic Philanthropies’ Board of Directors today announced that President and CEO Gara LaMarche has notified it of his intent not to seek a second five-year contract and step down from his position at the Foundation on September…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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Maria Pignataro Nielsen Appointed Human Resources Director at The Atlantic Philanthropies
Maria Pignataro Nielsen has been appointed Director of Human Resources at The Atlantic Philanthropies, effective immediately, President and CEO Gara LaMarche announced today. Nielsen will be responsible for developing and executing global HR strategies and programs that will enhance the foundation’s organizational performance while supporting…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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Mary Sutton Appointed Country Director for the Republic of Ireland at The Atlantic Philanthropies.
The Atlantic Philanthropies is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Sutton as Country Director for the Republic of Ireland. In this role, she will lead the Atlantic team in the Republic of Ireland, overseeing grantmaking under Atlantic’s Ageing, Children & Youth and Reconciliation &…
Author: Dublin
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10 Americans Over 60 Win The Purpose Prize for Making an Extraordinary Impact in their Encore Careers
News Release From Fighting U.S. Foreclosures to Rebuilding Afghanistan, 10 Social Innovators Receive $750,000 Total for Combining Passion and Experience for Social Good Civic Ventures today announced the 2010 winners of its Purpose Prize. Five $100,000 and five $50,000 prizes will go to social…
Author: Civic Ventures
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Fran Barrett Appointed Director of Capacity Building at The Atlantic Philanthropies
Fran Barrett has been appointed Director of Capacity Building at The Atlantic Philanthropies effective September 6, Senior Vice President and Marcia Smith announced today. In this newly created role, Barrett will manage a unit of communications, advocacy, organizational development and fundraising experts who will provide…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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Dall W. Forsythe Appointed Vice President for Finance and Operations at The Atlantic Philanthropies
July 6, 2010 – Dall W. Forsythe has been appointed Vice President for Finance and Operations at The Atlantic Philanthropies effective July 6, 2010, President and CEO Gara LaMarche announced today. In this role, Forsythe will oversee the Finance and Information Technology departments and will…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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New Director of Ageing Programme Shares Thoughts on Effective Philanthropy
The Atlantic Philanthropies profiles Sharon King, the new Director of the Ageing Programme as she shares her thoughts on effective philanthropy. AP: Sharon, tell us a little about your personal history.SK: I grew up in Maywood, Illinois. My parents wanted to make sure that their…
Author: The Atlantic Philanthropies
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Older and More Diverse: America's Multicultural Future is Approaching Fast, But Are We Ready?
By David E. ThigpenVice President of Policy and Strategic Advancement, Insight Center Elders are revered for their experience and wisdom in many cultures around the globe, but here in America where our civic, media and business cultures worship at the fountain of youth, elders are…
Author: Huffington Post