Teresa Gruber
About Teresa Gruber
Teresa Gruber serves as the Director of Employee Engagement at Feeding America in Chicago, IL, a position she has held since 2015. She has a background in development and finance, having previously worked at the Alzheimer's Association and United Way of Metropolitan Chicago.
Work at Feeding America
Teresa Gruber has served as the Director of Employee Engagement at Feeding America since 2015. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee involvement and fostering a positive workplace culture within the organization. Feeding America is a nationwide network dedicated to alleviating hunger in the United States, and Gruber's contributions support its mission through effective employee engagement strategies.
Previous Experience at Alzheimer's Association
Before joining Feeding America, Teresa Gruber worked at the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Illinois Chapter as the Manager of Development from 2006 to 2011. In this position, she was responsible for overseeing fundraising initiatives and development strategies to support the organization's goals in addressing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Experience at United Way of Metropolitan Chicago
From 2011 to 2015, Teresa Gruber held the position of Major Gifts Officer at United Way of Metropolitan Chicago. In this role, she focused on securing major donations to support community initiatives and programs aimed at improving lives in the Chicago area. Her work contributed to the organization's efforts in addressing various social issues.
Education and Expertise
Teresa Gruber earned her Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in financial management and strategic planning, which she applies in her roles within nonprofit organizations.