Our Team

Year I joined IP: 2015

What I bring to IP: My role allows me to be a central place of support and to see that each team member thrives. I offer strong support by listening, offering solutions, and connecting the dots and relationships so that everyone feels seen and heard. It is extremely important to me that we uphold our values in everything that we do, say and produce, and that we protect and maintain our culture so that we continue to enjoy working together as a team and serving our clients. In addition to my role in culture and recruitment, I have a special interest in thoughtfully creating value and ideas that will delight our clients and our team. 

My previous role at Intentional Philanthropy included managing the day-to-day operations for the firm and providing back-office support for our clients. Prior to joining the IP team, I worked in development, events management, and as an Executive Assistant for The Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, which serves more than 300 nonprofits outside of New York City in Fairfield County, Connecticut. I hold a B.A. in Professional Studies, graduating magna cum laude from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. 

What I love most about my work: I love being a bridge for our team and finding solutions that will help each member be successful, focused, and confident at what they do. I also love that each day is sprinkled with variety and topped off with learning something new. Our team truly cares about each other and desires to see each other succeed.  

What I am most excited about learning right now: I am a curator at heart. I enjoy connecting a need with the service or person who can meet those needs. I also enjoy reading and listening to podcasts on growth for businesses and seeing how I can apply what I learn to our firm, clients, and personal growth. I am currently reading the Art of Gathering by Priya Parker. 

What I do in a typical week: I serve as the resource hub for our growing team and work with our senior leadership on firmwide initiatives and connections. Throughout the day, I may be found searching solutions to staff questions, coordinating staff benefits and working on related operational projects that intersect with my role.  

What I do when I’m not working:  When I’m not working, I spend most of my time pursuing goals, helping people launch and grow their business and hosting vision workshops. When I’m not buried in podcasts, webinars and books, I enjoy exploring the world, one café at a time. 

What my coworkers say about me: Alanna is the keeper of the hearth, creating an uplifting and empowering atmosphere for her team. She is goal-driven, poised, passionate, and brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.