The Goodnation Team

SENIOR PHILANTHROPY ADVISORS

Emily has broad expertise in philanthropic planning and nonprofit development, helping to create partnerships that improve lives and build healthy, vibrant and sustainable communities. Prior to joining Goodnation, she led the major giving program at MADRE, an international women’s rights organization. Emily has earned the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) designation from the American College of Financial Services and holds a MA in International Affairs and a BA in Political Science.

FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT

Rob has over 20 years of experience in philanthropy. As a Development Director, he raised funds from leading New York City foundations and ultimately joined the Robin Hood Foundation, where he worked for five years. At Robin Hood he came to understand the power of engaged philanthropy and the importance of measurable impact. Prior to launching Goodnation, he consulted with high-performing nonprofits on fund development and strategic planning issues. Rob has an MBA from HEC Montréal and a BA in English Literature from McGill University.

FISCAL SPONSORSHIP MANAGER

Corry has spent most of her career in program and relationship management, predominantly in the nonprofit world. She has extensive experience leading cross-organizational teams in the creation, implementation and execution of initiatives and programs. For over a decade, Corry has worked with board and leadership teams, assuring governance and operational best practices and compliance for both c3 and c4 organizations. She holds an MA in Environmental Conservation Education from New York University and a BA in Psychology from Rutgers University.

FINANCE OPERATIONS MANAGER

Surabhi has varied experience in managing nonprofit programs and partnerships. She formerly worked with Asia Initiatives as a Program Director, managing all aspects of projects supported by the organization. She has also worked with Citta as a budget and grants manager. She holds an MBA in International Finance from Cleveland State University and an MA in Economics from Mumbai, India.

FISCAL SPONSORSHIP MANAGER

Before coming to Goodnation, KJ worked in nonprofit development and communications, union policy and organizing, and statewide systems coordination. A historian by training, KJ has also been a community college teacher, podcast producer, and essayist. KJ is excited to use what they've learned along their winding path to work with organizations making profound and necessary social change.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Meghan leverages her communication skills to strengthen Goodnation’s brand and partnerships as well as to develop an inclusive and productive workplace environment, supporting the team members through their employee lifecycle. Before joining the team she worked at the Robin Hood Foundation, New York City's largest poverty fighting organization. Prior to Robin Hood, she managed communications and operations at Friends of Firefighters. Meghan has a BA in Communications and Marketing from American University.