Samantha Molinero

Samantha Molinero is an experienced project manager and development chief of staff at the American Cancer Society, where responsibilities include managing project life cycles, fostering team collaboration, and leading significant fundraising initiatives. Notable achievements include overseeing the successful ResearcHERs and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaigns, both of which exceeded fundraising goals and community engagement metrics. Prior to this role, Samantha served as a fundraising coordinator at the Muscular Dystrophy Association, executing major fundraising programs and collaborating with community partners. Earlier experience includes working as a corporate and community marketing agent at the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, focusing on expanding local support and events. Samantha holds a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences with a concentration in Speech Communication from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.