Julie Laird Davis

Julie Laird Davis has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Julie is currently the SVP of Strategic Partnerships and Individual Giving at Feed the Children, a position they have held since 2023. Prior to this, Julie served as the Vice President of Corporate and Cause Marketing Partnerships at Habitat for Humanity International from 2017 to 2023, where they were responsible for developing strategic relationships with US-based companies to support Habitat's global mission.

Julie also worked at March of Dimes, where they held multiple roles, including National Director of Innovation, East Region Vice President, Area Director, and Regional Director of Fundraising from 2008 to 2016. In these positions, they focused on implementing innovation processes, leading regional operations, and achieving revenue goals through strategic planning and fundraising initiatives.

Before their time at March of Dimes, Julie worked at The American Heart Association from 2003 to 2008. During this period, they served as the Regional Vice President for the Heart Ball and the Executive Director for the Bay and Okaloosa/Walton Divisions. Julie also held the position of Division Director, where they developed a team of staff and volunteers to support the organization's mission.

Julie's early career includes roles at American Red Cross as an Account Manager for Blood Services, Saks Fifth Avenue as a Department Manager, and Ann Taylor as a Store Manager. Julie began their career at Talbots as a Store Manager and later worked as an Assistant Store Manager at Ann Taylor.

Overall, Julie Laird Davis has extensive experience in strategic partnerships, fundraising, leadership, and innovation within the nonprofit sector.

Julie Laird Davis completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Commerce and Business Administration at The University of Alabama from 1991 to 1995. In addition, they obtained the certifications of Innovation Engineering Black Belt from the Innovation Engineering Institute in May 2017, and Innovation Engineering Blue Belt from Innovation Engineering in August 2015.