Kaitlyn Unger
About Kaitlyn Unger
Kaitlyn Unger serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Vote.org, where she oversees operations and strategic initiatives. With extensive experience in organizational management and fundraising, she has successfully led efforts for various nonprofit and political organizations.
Work at Vote.org
Kaitlyn Unger serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Vote.org, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the organization's operations, ensuring that initiatives align with the mission of increasing voter participation. Her responsibilities include managing teams and enhancing operational efficiency to support various electoral campaigns.
Previous Experience in Nonprofits
Before joining Vote.org, Kaitlyn Unger held several significant roles in nonprofit organizations. She worked as the National Operations & Development Director at For Our Future from 2018 to 2022, where she managed operations and development strategies. Prior to that, she was the Operations and Compliance Director at Giffords from 2014 to 2016, focusing on compliance and operational efficiency.
Consulting Background
Kaitlyn Unger was self-employed as a Product and Business Development Consultant from 2016 to 2018 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. During this time, she provided strategic advice and support to various organizations, leveraging her expertise in operational management and development.
Education and Expertise
Kaitlyn Unger has developed a strong expertise in operations, compliance, and organizational development throughout her career. She has a proven track record in managing grant applications and reports for hybrid organizations, as well as leading fundraising efforts for organizations with significant budgets, such as a $45 million budget in her previous roles.
Leadership and Organizational Development
In her various roles, Kaitlyn Unger has served as a thought partner and advisor to executive leadership, focusing on strengthening organizational culture and staff development. She has advanced operational efficiency and flexibility, supporting large-scale electoral and issue organizing campaigns that involve over 1,000 staff members nationally each election cycle.