Margaret Webster
About Margaret Webster
Margaret Webster is a Senior Account Executive at M+R, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in fundraising and advocacy, with previous roles at organizations such as Bowdoin College and the Washington Office on Latin America.
Current Role as Senior Account Executive
Margaret Webster serves as a Senior Account Executive at M+R, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing client accounts and developing strategies for digital fundraising and advocacy. Her experience in this capacity builds on her previous roles within the same organization, where she gained insights into the nonprofit sector and digital engagement.
Previous Experience at M+R
Margaret Webster previously worked at M+R in various capacities. She began as an Associate in Digital Fundraising and Advocacy from 2019 to 2020 for seven months. Following this role, she served as an Account Executive from 2020 to 2021 for one year. These positions provided her with a solid foundation in nonprofit fundraising strategies and client management.
Education and Academic Background
Margaret Webster earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Bowdoin College, where she studied Government, International Relations, and Anthropology from 2012 to 2016. Her academic background laid the groundwork for her career in fundraising and advocacy. Additionally, she attended Thayer Academy from 2008 to 2012, further enhancing her educational qualifications.
Experience in Fundraising and Philanthropy
Margaret Webster has extensive experience in fundraising and philanthropy. She worked as a Fundraising Intern at ANERA for two months in 2015 and held multiple positions at the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) from 2016 to 2019, including Assistant to the President, Philanthropy Assistant, and Philanthropy Associate. These roles involved coordinating initiatives and managing donor relations, contributing to her expertise in the field.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Margaret Webster began her career with various internships that provided her with practical experience. She interned at English for New Bostonians in 2014 for two months and at ANERA in 2015 for two months. These early roles helped her develop skills in communication and project coordination, which have been beneficial throughout her career.