The Heinz Endowments Executive and Leadership Team

Michele Battle, the Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer at The Heinz Endowments, provides critical financial oversight and strategic direction for the organization's operations and investments. This dual role encompasses managing the foundation's financial health, including budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring fiscal responsibility across all programmatic areas. Battle's leadership drives the organization's vision of a just community by ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support social, economic, and environmental sustainability in southwestern Pennsylvania. Overseeing financial strategy, Michele Battle works to maximize the impact of the endowments' capital, fostering a vibrant center of creativity and learning. The Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer's expertise is vital in translating the foundation's mission into sustainable financial practices.

Michelle Sullenger, the Administration Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer at The Heinz Endowments, directs financial administration and operational support critical to the foundation's mission. This role focuses on the internal financial management and administrative functions that enable the organization to effectively serve southwestern Pennsylvania. Sullenger's oversight ensures the efficient allocation of resources and robust financial controls, supporting the vision of a just community with opportunities for all. By managing administrative processes and financial operations, Michelle Sullenger contributes to the foundation's ability to foster creativity, learning, and sustainability. The Administration Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer's expertise is key to maintaining the operational integrity and financial health of the endowments.

Kimberly Tilghman, the General Counsel & Chief Operating Officer at The Heinz Endowments, manages the legal framework and operational execution of the foundation's initiatives. This comprehensive role involves overseeing all legal matters, ensuring compliance, and directing the day-to-day operations that support the organization's mission in southwestern Pennsylvania. Tilghman's leadership ensures that the foundation's activities align with its commitment to social, economic, and environmental sustainability, fostering a just community where all residents can thrive. By streamlining operational processes and mitigating legal risks, Kimberly Tilghman enhances the foundation's capacity to support creativity and learning. The General Counsel & Chief Operating Officer's strategic oversight is essential for the effective and ethical deployment of the endowments' resources.

Charles Richardson, the Chief Technology Officer at The Heinz Endowments, directs the strategic implementation of technology to advance the organization's mission. Overseeing all technological infrastructure and digital initiatives, Richardson ensures robust and secure systems support the foundation's operational efficiency and programmatic reach across southwestern Pennsylvania. This leadership role involves evaluating emerging technologies and driving innovation to enhance the impact of grants and community investments. By optimizing data management and digital platforms, Charles Richardson directly contributes to the organization's vision of a just community where all individuals have meaningful opportunities to thrive. The Chief Technology Officer's focus remains on leveraging technology to foster creativity, learning, and sustainability throughout the region.