Marion Etzwiler

Areas of Expertise

Philanthropy, nonprofit leadership and management, oral and written communications, financial management

Biography

Marion Etzwiler served as president and CEO of The Minneapolis Foundation from 1984 to 1994. She was a consultant to the University of Minnesota Foundation from 1997 to 2000. She serves on the board of directors for the Plymouth Church Neighborhood Foundation, as well as the dean's advisory council for the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.

Etzwiler has more than 40 years of experience in leading business, educational, and philanthropic organizations. She is skilled in board development, strategic planning, communication, and staff leadership. Etzwiler also has experience in financial management of nonprofit organizations, corporate and foundation fundraising, and strategic planning.

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