Josh Young

Josh Young has a strong background in development research and prospect management. Josh started their career in 2000 as a Data Specialist at Washington College. Josh then moved on to The Johns Hopkins University, where they held roles as a Development Research Analyst and later as a Sr. Development Research Analyst. During their time at Johns Hopkins, they led pipeline development efforts for a grateful patient fundraising program and advised on the development of a medical development module for the ALADIN database. In 2009, Young joined the Chesapeake Bay Foundation as the Director of Research and Prospect Management, where they provided leadership for prospect research and moves management program. Josh managed a team and collaborated with executive management and frontline fundraising staff to engage high-net worth individuals, foundations, and corporations.

Josh Young obtained a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree with a focus on Policy and Management and Environmental Policy from American University in 2013. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History from Washington College in 2000. In 1999, they also participated in the Washington Semester Program at American University. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications, including "Project Management Skills for Leaders" from LinkedIn in 2022 and several others from LinkedIn in 2023.