Laura Krafsur
About Laura Krafsur
Laura Krafsur serves as the Senior Director of Business Strategies in the Office of Development at the Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in nonprofit management and extensive experience in development roles, she focuses on enhancing fundraising efforts and promoting a culture of philanthropy within the organization.
Current Role at Urban Institute
Laura Krafsur serves as the Senior Director of Business Strategies in the Office of Development at Urban Institute. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's mission in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. In her role, she acts as an ambassador for Urban's research and promotes a culture of philanthropy within the organization. Krafsur is responsible for developing value propositions for institutional donors by collaborating with researchers, policy analysts, and technical experts. She also leads the implementation of new fundraising systems and processes aimed at enhancing revenue generation and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at American Enterprise Institute
Before joining Urban Institute, Laura Krafsur worked at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) for nine years. She held the position of Senior Director of Development, having previously served as Director of Grant and Gift Operations. Her tenure at AEI spanned from 2013 to 2022, during which she focused on advancing the organization's fundraising strategies and donor engagement efforts.
Career at National Museum of the American Indian
Laura Krafsur's career includes significant experience at the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution. She worked there from 2005 to 2012, initially as a Management Support Specialist for two years and later as a Development Officer and Development Operations Coordinator for five years. In these roles, she contributed to the museum's operational and development initiatives.
Educational Background
Laura Krafsur holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with a focus on Nonprofit Management from George Mason University. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from James Madison University, where she studied International Business and minored in Art History. Additionally, she has pursued studies at SalesForce, further enhancing her skills in business strategies and development.
Early Career Experience
Laura Krafsur began her professional journey as a Development Assistant at Meals on Wheels San Diego County, where she worked for six months in 2001-2002. She then transitioned to the American Enterprise Institute as a Marketing Manager from 2002 to 2005. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in development and management within various organizations.