About Us
staff
Read more about WDN's dynamic team!
Kathleen AndresonProgram & Communications Manager
Over the past ten years, Kathy Andreson, who manages Program and Communications responsibilities for us, has become an integral part of WDN. From conference planning and call scheduling to facilitating member communications, Kathy has a unique ability to recognize and fill needs wherever needed. "The one-on-one contact with WDN staff, members, prospective members, and organizations with which we collaborate is always inspiring on ...
Angela BottumChief Financial Officer
Angela Bottum, our Chief Financial Officer, joined us in January of 2006. Angela handles accounting, investments, and human resources, works closely with the President & CEO on budgeting and operational issues, and manages the financial aspects of our grantmaking initiatives. Before coming to WDN, Angela worked for four years as the Chief Financial Officer ...
Perry GoldAdministrative/Program Assistant
Perry Gold joined WDN as an Administrative/Program Assistant in September of 2008. Perry grew up in Seattle and attended Tufts University, where she majored in both Religion and History. During her time at Tufts, Perry's research focused on marginalized groups and the ways in which social structures perpetuate inequality. Perry loves travel and trying new things, and, after graduating from Tufts in ...
Pronita GuptaDirector of Programs
Pronita Gupta joined the Women Donors Network (WDN) in May 2007 as the Director of Programs. She is responsible for designing, planning and implementing WDN's national and regional programs. Prior to coming to WDN, Pronita was the Research Director for Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP), an organization dedicated to bridging philanthropy and Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. At AAPIP, ...
Marjorie HammResearch Associate
Marjorie Hamm joined our staff January of 2006. Marjorie is WDN's Research Associate, and her work involves focused research on a wide range of topics related to WDN's programming. She also enjoys collaborating with our members on a variety of exciting WDN initiatives and events. After spending many years as a theatrical lighting designer and production manager for the dance community ...
Laurel PotterProject Coordinator
Laurel Potter joined the staff of the Women Donors Network in the Spring of 2006. She is currently the Project Coordinator and manages a variety of WDN's projects, including the development of our new website. Laurel grew up in the Bay Area and graduated from UC Berkeley with degrees in English and Spanish & Portuguese. She has a wide range of ...