Hilary Dunne Ferrone

Hilary Dunne Ferrone is an accomplished nonprofit leader with extensive experience in philanthropy, fund development, and community engagement. Currently serving as the Chief Philanthropy Officer at the Norman Rockwell Museum, Ferrone previously held the position of Chief Engagement Officer at the Berkshire Museum, where significant responsibilities included major gift solicitations and strategic oversight during a period of dual leadership as Interim co-Executive Director. Additional roles include Interim Director of Institutional Advancement at Bard College at Simon's Rock and Campaign Consultant for Spencertown Academy Society. Ferrone's early career featured impactful positions, notably as Senior Implementation Coordinator for the New York Governor's Office of Storm Recovery and as founder of The Mostar Fund, which aimed to support cultural redevelopment in Bosnia-Herzegovina. With a Bachelor's degree in History from Hamilton College and a Master's in Planning & Preservation from Columbia University, Ferrone combines academic credentials with a robust professional portfolio in nonprofit management and community development.