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About Us

Mission


MISSION

We engage and inspire emerging leaders to address the most pressing challenges in their countries.
 

VISION

We believe in the transformative power of visionary leaders to create thriving, just, and free societies.

About Us


The Power of Place and Power of Ideas

 
We start with the power of visionary leaders. We bring them to the Commonwealth of Virginia to foster the exchange of ideas and solutions from the world around us.

The ideas which shaped the American democracy created monumental changes that remain a touchstone throughout our world; and yet, the pillars of our democracy are strongest when they are discussed and influenced by the unique perspectives of global community leaders.

 
This is why we work with the world's brightest changemakers—most between the ages of 25 to 35—from all regions.

These inspirational people have a track record of achievement and a commitment to lead. At the Presidential Precinct, we seek to draw out their best through professional fellowships, leadership exchanges, global forums, and virtual resources that focus on building thriving, just, and free societies.

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Our work is made possible by the world-class expertise of our four-member consortium, consisting of two premier universities—The University of Virginia and William & Mary—and two historic sites—James Madison’s Montpelier and James Monroe’s Highland. Close relationships with Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, the U.S. Department of State, and communities around Virginia help to complete a strategic network for empowering communities globally.

Our vision blossoms when our alumni return home to invest their newfound knowledge, expertise, and networks. They remain connected to a global community with shared goals in the Presidential Precinct Network. Every day, they realize our hopes for a better world, and we are honored to help them on their journey.

What is the Presidential Precinct Network?

Partners


People


Staff

Toyosi Ogunseye

President & CEO

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Tracy Delgado, Director of Development, The Presidential Precinct

Tracy Delgado

Director of Development

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Karen Walker, Program Executive, The Presidential Precinct

Karen Walker, Ph.D.

Program Executive

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Drew Precious

Director of Communications

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Grace Klauer

Grace Klauer

Program Officer

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Board of Directors

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Our Board of Directors supports the work of the Precinct by providing mission-based leadership and strategic governance. The Board of Directors is currently chaired by Presidential Precinct Founder, James B. Murray, Jr., Managing Partner of Court Square Ventures.

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Francois Baird
Founder, Baird's U.S.

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Sara Bon-Harper
Executive Director, James Monroe's Highland

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Eola Lewis Dance
President & CEO, The Montpelier Foundation

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Stewart Gamage, Presidential Precinct Board Member

Stewart Gamage
Former Director, Morven Farm

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Linda Klein
Senior Managing Shareholder, Baker Donelson

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Teresa Longo
Executive Director, Reves Center for International Affairs, William and Mary

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Steve Hanson, Presidential Precinct Board Member

Peter McHugh
Former CEO, My Travel LLC
Board Secretary & Treasurer

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Stephen Mull
Vice Provost for Global Affairs, The University of Virginia

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John Olajide
Founder & CEO, Axxess

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Neal Piper

Neal Piper
Founder & CEO, Luminoah
Emeritus Board Member

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Tim Sullivan
Former President, William & Mary

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Global Advisory Council

The Global Advisory Council is a diverse and distinguished assembly of established global leaders, philanthropists, and committed experts who serve as ambassadors in advancing the Presidential Precinct’s work. Council members are tasked with providing thought leadership on the development and implementation of Precinct programs and building community among the Precinct's network. The Global Advisory Council is currently chaired by Dessie Nash, Market Investment Executive at Bank of America Private Bank.

Meet the Council Chair

Lashrecse Aird
Virginia State Senator

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Brett Bruen
Global Situation Room, Washington, DC

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Ghaleb Cachalia
Member of Parliament, South Africa

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*Safiya Ahmad Nuhu
Former Ambassador of Nigeria to Romania

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Tony Carroll
Manchester Trade Ltd., Washington, DC

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*Danai Chirawu
Enlighten Girls Education, Zimbabwe

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*Godbless Otubure
ReadyToLead Africa, Nigeria

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Dave Dziok
Narrative Strategies, Washington, DC

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*Nicol Perez
GirlsFTW & Facebook, California

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Ken Flechler
Chief Executive in Energy & Infrastructure, South Carolina

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*Melene Rossouw
Women Lead Movement, South Africa

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Riyad Insanally
Former Ambassador of Guyana to the United States, Washington, DC

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Maria Tamburri
Dominion Energy, Virginia

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Johnathan Miller
President, Airborne Lifeline Foundation
Former Africa Regional Director, Peace Corps

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Financials


As part of our commitment to financial transparency and accountability, we provide the public with federal 990 tax forms. We continuously strive to keep administrative costs associated with the operation of our organization within reasonable limits in order to devote the majority of our resources toward those we serve.

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