executive director & related
Executive Director Lisa Attonito has assembled a portfolio of consultants that provide specific skills to advance the mission of the Women’s Fund. Each person leverages their knowledge and experiences to implement ideas and accomplish tasks that are generated from a variety of sources. Together, each works alongside Lisa to ensure the Women’s Fund is moving forward and advancing equity for women in greater Milwaukee.
Consultants
- Heidi Dietrich
- Mindy Harmelink
- Neille Hoffman
- Andrea Hubbert
- Karen Von Rueden
Demographics
- Women of color: 2 of 8 or 25%
- Four generations represented: Baby Boomer, Gen X, Millenials and Gen Z
Attonito, Executive Director
Lisa Attonito was named as executive director of the Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee in November 2016. Committed to activating philanthropy to advance equity for women, the focus is on economic empowerment, leadership skills, and education. The Women’s Fund is shifting attitudes, behaviors, and culture so that greater Milwaukee is an inclusive world-class community where women and girls realize their full potential and everyone thrives.
Lisa has extensive experience leading, managing, and marketing service organizations. She is known for team building that includes cultural awareness and inclusivity. Her career includes senior positions with several well-known, best-in-class nonprofit organizations. She has secured millions of dollars for capital initiatives for the betterment of our community.
Lisa earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin — Milwaukee. She is facilitates activities with the Wisconsin Women’s Fund Alliance, and for fun the Lisa Marie Club, and a group of Franklin Women.
Professional Experience
- America’s Black Holocaust Museum
- Beloit Fine Arts Incubator
- Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin
- Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation COVID Civic Response Team
- Hmong American Peace Academy
- Junior Achievement of Wisconsin
- MalamaDoe
- Sojourner Family Peace Center
- Woman’s Club of Wisconsin
- Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee
Member Organizations
- Association of Fundraising Professionals, SE Wisconsin
- MilwaukeeWomen Inc.
- Rotary Club of Milwaukee
Heidi Dietrich, Independent Consultant
Heidi has been with the Women’s Fund since January 2022 and supports the donor database system ensuring up-to-date and accurate information is recorded. Heidi has also worked with the American Diabetes Association and Polish Heritage Alliance, providing administrative and event logistical support to both organizations. She is pursuing a degree in accounting from WCTC with anticipated graduation in fall 2023.
Neille Hoffman, Independent Consultant
Neille Hoffman is the kind of brand designer who just gets it. She has this uncanny ability to spot what really makes a brand tick and then turn that into visuals that are as smart as they are stunning.
These days, she’s bringing all that insight (plus a few decades of experience and a whole lot of heart) to brands that are out to make a difference. In the past, she’s worked with some seriously iconic names (yes, even Oprah Winfrey), and that depth of experience shows up in every detail.
At the Women’s Fund she’s using that same eye for design and strategy to make sure the brand feels just as bold and impactful as the mission behind it.
Andrea Hubbert, Independent Consultant
Andrea has been a disruptor since an early age. Just ask her middle school teachers who sent her home with daily report cards for talking too much. These days, she’s channeled that energy into more strategic outlets (with far fewer trips to the principal’s office).
At the Women’s Fund, Andrea lends her expertise in public relations, copywriting, and brand strategy to support the continued evolution of the Fund’s website and social media presence.
