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Daniela Matthews - Chief Operating Officer
Improving the lives of others has always been a driving force in Daniela’s career aspirations. She joined our team in August of 2019 as our Donor Relations Manager and now is our Chief Operating Officer (COO). As COO, Daniela oversees the overall internal operations of the organization along with fundraising and donor relations activities.
Prior to joining our team, Daniela worked for non-profit organizations including Presbyterian Villages of Michigan and the YMCA, where she created and implemented wellness programs for a variety of populations, oversaw the growth and development of the wellness departments, and cultivated relationships with the residents and members she served. She has seen the importance of building relationships and making a positive impact on individuals, at any age.
“Having someone in your corner, encouraging you to dream, to try, and to get back up again if you fail can make all the difference in the trajectory of your life. I know it has for me. I am proud to be a part of an organization that provides that kind of support.”
In her spare time, Daniela enjoys being active and creative, taking a yoga, dance, or art class, or exploring a new hiking trail with her two daughters, husband, and Golden Retriever, Ludington. Originally from Wisconsin and a proud University of Michigan alum, Detroit is now home for Daniela. She is proud to be part of an organization that supports Metro Detroit students and the next generation of its workforce.