Kamala L. Martinez is a distinguished philanthropy executive with extensive experience in aligning philanthropic initiatives with corporate strategy, particularly within Fortune 500 environments. Most recently as a consultant, she served as Vice President of Development at the United Way of South Sarasota, she has successfully implemented inclusive grant processes and secured over $1.1 million in funding
within her first six months. Previously, as CEO of the United Way of Will County, she spearheaded a transformative initiative that resulted in a 68.1% increase in total impact giving and the launch of a crisis line serving over 700,000 residents. Kamala’s leadership at KidsMatter and RR Donnelley further exemplifies her ability to drive significant organizational growth and community impact. With a bachelor’s degree in communications and Broadcasting from the University of Iowa, she is also an active community leader, having served on various boards and committees.
