Eleven nonprofit professionals just proved what it takes to lead in today’s sector: a nonprofit heart, a business mind, and a leader’s spirit. Today, we’re pleased to introduce the most recent graduates from the Certificate in Nonprofit Management at The University of Tampa.Â
Offered in partnership with the Conn Memorial Foundation and the Nonprofit Leadership Center, this graduate-level program spans 15 months of immersive learning. Participants explore every dimension of nonprofit leadership while collaborating with peers to solve the real challenges facing our sector and organizations today.
This year, 11 nonprofit professionals completed the program after months of working and networking alongside fellow leaders, graduate business faculty, and accomplished nonprofit practitioners. Their experience culminated in presenting comprehensive nonprofit plans to a panel of senior leaders.
Meet the Certificate in Nonprofit Management Class of 2026
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Tony Crafa, Assistant Principal, St. Joseph Catholic School
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Sarah Graves, Community Educational Initiatives Specialist, Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County
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Mason Gravley, Impact Campaigns Manager, Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation
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Isabella Khalili, Programs Operations Manager, Nonprofit Leadership Center
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Chad Mitchell, Vice President of Partnership Engagement, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
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Grace Ramos, Marketing and Events Manager, The Spring of Tampa Bay
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Nancy Renzi, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, TherxServices, Inc.
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Jamie Singer, Regional Program Manager, Girl Scouts of West Central Florida
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RJ Tapales, BayPolicy Systems and Environmental Change Specialist, Feeding Tampa Bay
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Kazi Walker, Dream Manager, Children’s Dream Fund
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Julie Wood, Executive Director and Founder, Just Initiative, Inc.
Proven Impact
The Certificate in Nonprofit Management at The University of Tampa increases participant knowledge, confidence, professional relationships and career advancement. It also contributes to nonprofit organizational effectiveness.
- 96% of graduates say participating in the program has helped them be more effective in their jobs.
- 94% of graduates have applied concepts learned to achieve fundraising goals, while 70% have applied learnings to achieve mission goals.
- 94% of graduates feel more confident in their leadership skills after graduating from the program, and 76% agree their supervisors trust their expertise more.
- 92% of graduates agree their careers have benefited from the program, with 68% reporting increased job responsibilities, 60% a pay increase, and 55% a job promotion since graduating.
- 88% of graduates believe the program has helped them collaborate more effectively with others.
Earn Your Certificate in Nonprofit Management
The Certificate in Nonprofit Management is a career-changing learning experience for any nonprofit leader who aspires to lead a nonprofit and/or serve in a C-suite role. Applications are typically open from November through March each year. Learn more about the program, timing, eligibility, impact, and costs.
