Kathelene Weiss

Kathelene Weiss is an experienced professional in external relations and fundraising, currently serving as the External Relations Senior Manager at the Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) since May 2023. With a strong background as an independent consultant since 2012, Weiss provides strategic advice on business development and fundraising to various charities. Previous roles include Development Coordinator at Cochrane, where relationships with key funding entities were fostered, and Director of Development at COHRED, focusing on resource mobilization and donor engagement. Additional positions at Oxford Inspires involved leading strategic and fundraising initiatives, significantly increasing investment in the cultural sector. Earlier experience includes positions at McNay Art Museum and Borders (UK), Ltd. Weiss holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of North Texas and has undergone education in fundraising techniques.