Jamie Stafford
About Jamie Stafford
Jamie Stafford serves as the Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Catchafire, where he focuses on inclusive capacity building and mobilizing talent for nonprofit organizations. With a background in nonprofit management and extensive experience in various roles, he advocates for accessible capacity building for under-resourced communities.
Current Role at Catchafire
Jamie Stafford serves as the Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Catchafire, a position held since 2021. In this role, Stafford focuses on mobilizing talent for social good by connecting professionals with nonprofits that require their expertise. This position aligns with Stafford's commitment to inclusive capacity building and enhancing the impact of nonprofit organizations.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Management
Prior to joining Catchafire, Jamie Stafford held several positions in nonprofit and organizational management. Stafford worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region as a Site-Based Program Manager from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, Stafford was an Account Executive at PSCU from 2017 to 2021 and served as a Senior Account Manager at the Credit Union Association of New York from 2008 to 2014.
Educational Background
Jamie Stafford's educational journey includes a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the State University of New York College at Potsdam, completed from 1999 to 2003. Stafford also earned a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the State University of New York Empire State College, studying from 2016 to 2018. Stafford's foundational education includes a High School Diploma from NCCS, achieved from 1993 to 1999.
Advocacy for Capacity Building
Jamie Stafford advocates for making capacity building more accessible and responsive, particularly for under-resourced and underrepresented communities. This advocacy is rooted in a belief in the power of mutual trust and the potential for creating a ripple effect through meaningful interactions. Stafford's mission is to enhance the effectiveness of nonprofits by ensuring they have the necessary resources and support.
Career Development in Financial Services
Before transitioning to nonprofit management, Jamie Stafford gained experience in the financial services sector. Stafford worked as a Credit Representative - Analyst at Farm Credit East, ACA from 2003 to 2008. This role provided foundational skills that contributed to Stafford's later work in account management and strategic partnerships within nonprofit organizations.