Juanita Sheppard Cfre

Juanita Sheppard, CFRE has extensive work experience in the nonprofit sector and fundraising. Juanita currently serves as the VP of Foundation & Government Partnerships at the United Way of Greater Atlanta. Prior to this, they were the President of Pro47 Agency LLC. Juanita is also an Official Member of Forbes Nonprofit Council.

Juanita's previous experience includes various roles at Emory University, where they worked as the Senior Associate Director, Associate Director, Assistant Director, and Program Coordinator in the Foundation Relations department. Before joining Emory University, they served as the President & CEO of MAPSSIntl, providing strategic leadership and facilitating ministry leadership curriculum.

Additionally, Juanita worked as a Teaching Assistant at Beulah Heights University and as an Executive Assistant to the President at The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. Juanita has also held administrative positions at Spherion, New Life Baptist Church, and World Changers Church International.

Overall, Juanita Sheppard has a diverse background in nonprofit organizations, fundraising, executive assistance, and teaching.

Juanita Sheppard, CFRE has a diverse education history that spans multiple fields. Juanita obtained their Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary, focusing on the field of study "Surviving Dispensations: Reimagining Ministry in a Post-Pandemic Era" in the years 2023-2026. Prior to that, they earned their Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from Interdenominational Theological Center between 2008 and 2013, with a specialization in "The Church and Its Ministries."

Juanita also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Leadership & Administration from Beulah Heights University, which they completed from 2004 to 2008. Their educational journey started earlier with their high school diploma from McDonogh #35 Senior High School, which they received in 1987 with a focus on College Prep. Juanita also attended Tulane University from 1990 to 1995, although the specific degree obtained is not mentioned.

In addition to their formal education, Juanita has achieved various certifications. Juanita became a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) through CFRE International in June 2020. Juanita also obtained a certification as an Emory University DEI Institutional Strategic Planning Member from Emory Continuing Education in November 2021. Outside of their professional field, Juanita is a Certified BBQ Judge accredited by the Kansas City Barbeque Society, which they achieved in April 2015.