Advisor Bench

Megan helps organizations to make connections and find solutions that strengthen communities and improve outcomes for children and families. With a mix of experience in direct service, policy and data analysis, and community engagement, Megan enjoys using data and research in tandem with community voices to connect policy and practice across disciplines.

Megan began her career in youth-serving organizations, spending close to a decade working with nonprofits in New York City to combat systemic inequities facing historically underrepresented students. After receiving her master’s in public policy at the University of Michigan, Megan moved to Pittsburgh and began working at Fourth Economy, with a particular focus on the intersections among economic development, education, and child care. Megan served as the inaugural deputy director of Allegheny County’s Department of Children Initiatives until early 2023.

Adam is a nationally recognized expert in disability policy and advocacy. Based in Washington, D.C., he specializes in strategic policy development with a focus on workforce and economic systems that promote access, equity, and empowerment for people with disabilities, particularly in rural and under-resourced communities.

With a career spanning the federal government, philanthropy, and grassroots advocacy, Adam brings a unique blend of policy insight, operational leadership, and community-centered vision to every initiative.
At the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), Adam provided policy expertise, managed team operations, supported senior leaders, and executed complex stakeholder events. He led technical assistance efforts for the ASPIRE and NEON initiatives, working with more than 20 states to integrate disability employment services into broader health and economic systems.

In the philanthropic sector, Adam worked at Borealis Philanthropy, where he streamlined processes across eight departments and supported multiple funds to make impactful grants to grassroots social justice organizations. He facilitated grants management, created an intranet for organizational resources, and improved administrative systems for two funds supporting more than 100 grantees.

Adam’s nonprofit leadership includes serving as Vice President of the Board of Directors for the PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance, where he oversaw budget and personnel management and led board development efforts. He has also held roles with the National Center for Learning Disabilities, RespectAbility, the Senate Diversity Initiative, and the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy, contributing to policy research, event planning, and community outreach.

He holds a Master of Public Administration and a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies: Communications, Law, Economics, and Government from American University, along with a Certificate in Disability Advocacy from George Washington University. Adam’s work is grounded in a commitment to equity, strategic systems change, and elevating underrepresented voices through policy, funding, and organizational development.

Danielle is a nationally recognized leader in strategic partnerships and workforce equity. Based in Washington, D.C., she specializes in advancing economic mobility and social impact through corporate, philanthropic, and nonprofit collaborations that deliver measurable community outcomes.
With more than 15 years of experience in partnership development, fundraising, and corporate engagement, Danielle brings a unique blend of equity-centered strategy, business acumen, and systems-level insight to her work.

At Opportunity@Work, Danielle served as Senior Director of Strategic Corporate Partnerships, where she led philanthropic and corporate engagement to expand skills-based hiring and workforce opportunities. She cultivated multimillion-dollar partnerships with leading employers such as Marriott, Target, Verizon, Capital One, and Deloitte, while also shaping board engagement, advising executives on equity-focused growth strategies, and representing the organization at national convenings including SHRM National, Workday Rising, and LinkedIn’s Impact Summit.

Her prior leadership roles at Catalyst Inc., Cook Ross, Ascension Worldwide, and other organizations equipped her with deep expertise in corporate social responsibility, inclusive leadership, and large-scale partnership development. As a fractional Chief Development Officer and Vice President of Partnerships & Business Development, Danielle has advised mission-driven organizations on fundraising strategy, corporate development, and infrastructure design, helping secure more than $20M in contracts and investments.

A certified sales professional, Danielle is recognized for designing innovative sales training programs, coaching high-performing teams, and building systems that accelerate growth and sustainability. She has trained and consulted for Google, national consulting firms, nonprofits, and SaaS companies, leveraging data and market research to help organizations translate insights into actionable growth strategies.
A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Danielle has delivered workshops and keynotes on equity, economic inclusion, and social impact strategy for audiences of hundreds, including a 400+ person session at LinkedIn HQ in New York City. She continues to champion workforce models that expand opportunity, unlock talent, and align with broader economic development goals.

Danielle’s work is grounded in a commitment to inclusive economic growth, equity-driven partnership building, and the belief that collaboration and connection are central to creating lasting impact.

Ambrose is a Designer and Artist specializing in graphic design, motion graphics, and visual storytelling. He collaborates with organizations and brands to create visuals that spark emotion, communicate meaning, and enhance audience engagement.

Ambrose has developed design and animation work for clients such as the NYU Bernstein Institute, the UN Environment Programme, and Aikido Technologies. His projects have ranged from brand identity and website design to large-scale event animations and social campaigns, blending creativity with technical precision. Earlier in his career, Ambrose served as Creative Design Services Lead at the Cambridge Innovation Center, where he established a global design system, launched multi-market campaigns, and produced the organization’s annual Global Impact Report.

He began his career in media production, directing live news broadcasts and producing original programming with Truman Media Network TV. These early experiences shaped his ability to combine narrative and design to reach audiences effectively.

Ambrose holds a BA in Art from Truman State University, where he was awarded Outstanding Undergraduate Student in Art.