Gail Sokoloff

Senior Vice President at United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley

Gail Sokoloff has extensive experience in the non-profit sector, having held various roles in multiple organizations. Gail served as the Senior Vice President at the United Way of Massachusetts Bay since July 2023. Prior to that, they held positions including Vice President, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Foundation Relations, and Senior Director of Community Impact at the same organization.

In their previous role as Fundraising Director at the Fenway Community Development Corporation from 1999 to 2011, Gail was responsible for managing the workforce development program and overseeing a community technology center. Gail secured funding for center expansion and upgrades, ensuring its success until 2020.

Furthermore, they served as the Vice President and Chair of the Board at the ICA Group from 1990 to 1997. In this role, they provided assistance to community- and worker-owned businesses, helping create and retain hundreds of jobs. Gail conducted feasibility assessments, wrote business plans, raised financing, and provided technical support for start-ups.

Overall, Gail Sokoloff has a proven track record of leadership and impact in the non-profit sector.

Gail Sokoloff holds an A.B. degree in Sociology from Harvard University. Gail also obtained a Master of Public and Private Administration degree from the Yale School of Management.

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Timeline

  • Senior Vice President

    July, 2023 - present

  • Vice President

    March, 2019

  • Vice President Strategic Partnerships And Foundation Relations

    February, 2019

  • Senior Director, Community Impact

    January, 2012