Margaret Skrmetti, MBA
About Margaret Skrmetti, MBA
Margaret Skrmetti, MBA, serves as the Director of Global Community Impact at Gensler, where she leads social impact initiatives across the firm's 53 global offices. With extensive experience in community engagement and social impact, she has held various roles in organizations such as Morton Salt and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Current Role at Gensler
Margaret Skrmetti serves as the Director of Global Community Impact at Gensler, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she leads social impact initiatives across the firm's 53 global offices. Skrmetti focuses on leveraging Gensler's skills and resources to benefit communities, addressing critical urban issues such as education, environment, health and wellness, and housing and homelessness. Her expertise includes developing programs that align social needs with business objectives to achieve measurable returns on investment.
Previous Experience at Morton Salt
Prior to her current role, Skrmetti worked at Morton Salt from 2016 to 2021. She initially served as Community Engagement Manager for four years, where she was responsible for community engagement strategies. She later advanced to the position of Senior Manager, Community Engagement and Social Impact for one year. In these roles, she developed initiatives that enhanced the company's social impact within the Americas region.
Background in Communications
Skrmetti has a background in communications, having worked at RF|Binder Partners in Boston from 2007 to 2010. She held the position of Communications Associate for two years before becoming a Senior Communications Associate for seven months. Her experience also includes a role in Corporate Relations at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and Corporate Sponsorship at The Field Museum. These positions contributed to her expertise in stakeholder communication and corporate sponsorship.
Education and Expertise
Margaret Skrmetti holds a Master of Business Administration from Loyola University Chicago and a Bachelor's Degree in Communication from Boston University. Her academic background supports her specialization in creating programs that align social needs with business products and services. She is recognized for her ability to engage employees through initiatives that foster a sense of purpose, inclusion, and belonging.
Leadership in Social Impact
Skrmetti has a proven track record in navigating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies. At Gensler, she leads efforts to communicate these strategies effectively to various stakeholders. Her leadership in social impact not only enhances community relations but also aligns with the firm's commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainable practices.