Previous work with the Fort Worth ISD includes many assignments. For example: Team Fort Worth, Distinguished Employers of Fort Worth Teens, Project C3 (Corporations, Classrooms, Community), Strategic Pathways to Student Success, Vital Link, and others. Now, we are happy to be teaming with the district once again to help advance the strategic plan to re-establish an education foundation for the district. We know first-hand that an education foundation is the perfect vehicle for attracting community engagement and funding in support of the incredible Fort Worth ISD students and staff. Stay tuned for how you can become involved!
Williamson Named Vice President of Operations
We are pleased to announce the promotion of longtime team member, Wendy Williamson, as we celebrate our 30th anniversary!
Wendy Williamson has been promoted to Vice President of Operations. A member of the Project Partners team since 2001, Williamson has delivered consulting and project management services in marketing and community relations, event management, volunteer engagement, fund development, and administration, for a wide range of clients. She has also provided internal support for company operations. In her new role, she will oversee Project Partners’ organizational infrastructure, to include finance, technology, personnel, and information management.
Williamson grew up in Fort Worth and attended Texas Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Design with minors in both art and business. She built a strong foundation in community engagement while advancing through roles in the Community Relations Department at Cook Children's Medical Center. In addition to her corporate experience, she and her husband own and operate two small businesses, Ken’s Custom Frames and Nina’s Jewels.
“I am thrilled to welcome Wendy to her leadership role. She provides incredible industry acumen and deep Project Partners experience, and I look forward to our firm’s continued impact as we celebrate 30 years of service to our community,” says Lerii F. Smith CFRE, Founder and President of Project Partners.
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New Partnership Begins with Foundation For Young Women's Leadership Academy (FYWLA)
We’re excited to announce our newest client, the Foundation for Young Women’s Leadership Academy (FYWLA)! Over the next few months, Project Partners will collaborate with FYWLA leadership to create an inclusive, multi-year giving society that strengthens donor relationships and enhances fundraising efforts.
This initiative will support FYWLA’s dedicated team of staff and volunteers in developing a circle of giving with defined levels, meaningful benefits, and impactful stewardship strategies. Our work will include planning and designing the tailored program of work to introduce this concept to donors and board members, ensuring its successful launch.
We’re honored to partner with FYWLA as they continue helping young women of Fort Worth envision a limitless future!
Assignment #21 In Support of Fort Worth Sister Cities International Begins
The Fort Worth Zoo will host the 2024 Fort Worth Sister Cities International (FWSCI) Mayor’s International Dinner & Global Awards on November 14, and we are pleased to report that we will be supporting the FWSCI team again to assure a successful event! This marks our twenty-first assignment with FWSCI over fifteen years, and it’s been such a pleasure.
Our work with President and CEO Mae Ferguson, and her stellar team of staff and volunteers has included event management, volunteer engagement, and fundraising, and has helped equip them to raise annual and major gifts totaling more than $3 million to date. Congrats to Mae on her pending retirement after 25 years of distinguished service and welcome to Kippen de Albu Chu, the newly named President and CEO!
Summerford & Zuckerman Join the Project Partners Team
At this exciting time in the life of our community and our company, we proudly welcome Haily Summerford, MBA and Amber Zuckerman to the Project Partners team.
Haily comes to Project Partners with more than twenty-five years of nonprofit executive leadership at the local, state, and national level. She knows first-hand that a nonprofit executive or board leader must wear many hats to exceed goals, and that professional help along the way can be priceless. Haily’s fundraising experience has resulted in millions of dollars raised and she has developed impactful community programming and executed hundreds of events.
Amber is a proud North Texan with over twenty years of experience in nonprofit leadership, public relations, event planning, project management, and fund development who is passionate about building community. She has dedicated her career to leadership and volunteer roles in education, corporate engagement, local government, and cause-based organizations. Amber is a natural encourager and will work hand-in-hand with you to achieve your goals.
Are you or someone you know interested in joining our team to serve our clients? Please reach out.