Chanté Bogard
About Chanté Bogard
Chanté Bogard is a Corporate and Foundation Relations Analyst at the Obama Foundation, where she manages donor relations and proposal materials. She has a background in political finance and compliance, with previous roles at AFSCME and various internships in public service and communications.
Current Role at Obama Foundation
Chanté Bogard serves as a Corporate and Foundation Relations Analyst at the Obama Foundation since 2021. In this role, she supports the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations in executing the team's annual strategy. She ensures that quarterly goals are met and metrics are effectively implemented. Additionally, she manages a personal portfolio of five-figure gifts, employee giving, and matching gift opportunities, contributing to the foundation's fundraising efforts.
Previous Experience at AFSCME
Chanté Bogard worked at AFSCME in various roles from 2018 to 2021. Initially, she served as a Political Finance and Compliance Assistant for 11 months, where she gained experience in political finance. Following this, she worked as a PAC Coordinator for two years, where she managed political action committee activities. Both positions were based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, allowing her to develop skills in compliance and political fundraising.
Educational Background
Chanté Bogard earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in social dynamics and research methodologies, which she applies in her professional roles.
Internship Experience
Chanté Bogard has completed several internships that contributed to her professional development. In 2015, she interned with the Office of State Representative Carol Ammons, focusing on constituent services for five months. Earlier, in 2012, she worked as a Labor and Employee Relations Intern at Chicago Public Schools for three months. Additionally, she gained communications experience as an intern at America Votes in 2014 for three months.
Administrative Roles
Chanté Bogard has held various administrative positions that enhanced her organizational skills. She worked as an Administrative Support Clerk at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP from 2016 to 2018 and as a Human Resources Assistant at Draper and Kramer, Incorporated for six months in 2015-2016. These roles involved supporting office operations and managing documentation, which are essential skills in her current position.