Kate Villa
About Kate Villa
Kate Villa serves as the Corporate Vice President at CCS, a position she has held since 2018. She has an extensive background in development and communications, having previously worked in various leadership roles at organizations such as the Vermont Historical Society and the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Kate Villa has been serving as Corporate Vice President at CCS Fundraising since 2018. In this role, she oversees various fundraising initiatives and strategies, leveraging her extensive experience in development and communications. Prior to her current position, she held multiple roles at CCS, including Senior Director from 2011 to 2014 and Assistant Vice President from 2011 to 2016. Her tenure at CCS has contributed to the organization's growth and success in the fundraising sector.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Sector
Before joining CCS Fundraising, Kate Villa held significant positions in the nonprofit sector. She was the Director of the Annual Campaign at the Vermont Historical Society from 2004 to 2005. Following that, she worked as the Director of Development and Communications at the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, she served as the Director of Development at Manhattan Country School from 1998 to 2003. These roles provided her with a strong foundation in fundraising and communications.
Education and Expertise
Kate Villa studied at Phillips Exeter Academy from 1987 to 1990. She continued her education at Columbia University in the City of New York, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1991 to 1996. Her academic background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in fundraising and nonprofit management.
Career Timeline
Kate Villa's career spans several years in various leadership roles. She began her professional journey at Manhattan Country School from 1998 to 2003. She then transitioned to the Vermont Historical Society for a year before taking on the role at Vermont Youth Conservation Corps from 2005 to 2008. After her initial tenure at CCS from 2011 to 2016, she returned in 2018 as Corporate Vice President, marking a significant progression in her career.