Nonprofits benefit from executives who sit on their boards, lending expertise in finance, law, health, and other fields to help these organizations serve their public. We spotlight 28 professionals whose nonprofit board service contributions extend beyond simple governance, shaping strategies that empower communities, advance causes, and foster innovation.

Methodology: The individuals featured did not pay to be included. Their profiles were drawn from nomination materials. This list is not comprehensive; it includes only people who were nominated and accepted after editorial review. To qualify for this list, individuals must have at least five years of experience in their field and have shown the ability to effect change in their roles or areas of practice.

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