John Mc Weeney
About John Mc Weeney
John Mc Weeney serves as the Vice President of Strategic Growth & Partnership at Global Communities, where he leads a resource mobilization team and manages significant funding submissions. He has extensive experience in business development and has held various managerial roles at Project Concern International and other organizations.
Current Role at Global Communities
John Mc Weeney serves as the Vice President of Strategic Growth & Partnership at Global Communities since 2021. In this role, he leads a 21-person resource mobilization team, recognized for fostering a positive culture and achieving success in securing funding. He manages an annual submission volume exceeding $300 million to both federal and non-federal donors. His responsibilities include facilitating data-driven decision-making at the Executive and Board levels through consolidated pipeline reports and performance analysis.
Previous Experience at Project Concern International
Prior to his current role, John Mc Weeney held multiple positions at Project Concern International. He served as Senior Director of New Business Development from 2019 to 2021, Director of New Business Development from 2017 to 2019, and Senior Manager of New Business Development from 2016 to 2017. His tenure included roles as Senior New Business Development Officer and New Business Development Officer, contributing to the organization's growth and funding strategies over several years.
Background in Member Relations at Corporate Executive Board
John Mc Weeney worked at Corporate Executive Board in various capacities, including Senior Member Relations Manager and Member Relations Manager from 2007 to 2008. He also served as a Member Retention Team Analyst from 2006 to 2007. His experience in member relations provided him with insights into client engagement and retention strategies, which he applied in subsequent roles.
Education and Academic Qualifications
John Mc Weeney holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development from Boston College, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He also attended the University of Cape Town in 2004 for 11 months, further enhancing his educational background. His academic qualifications support his expertise in development and partnership strategies.
Achievements and Awards
John Mc Weeney received the 2017 Humentum Excellence Award, Honorable Mention, in Finance, Grants & Contracts. This recognition highlights his contributions to the field of finance and grants management, showcasing his commitment to excellence in resource mobilization and development processes.