Liz Gardner possesses extensive experience in community relations, resource development, and social investments across various organizations. Currently, Liz serves as the Executive Director of the DaVita Foundation and the Director of Village Giving at DaVita Kidney Care. Previously, Liz held multiple roles at Xcel Energy, including Area Manager for Community Relations and Local Government Affairs, Team Lead for Social Investments, and Social Investment Representative. At Mile High United Way, Liz advanced to Vice President of Resource Development from Interim Vice President and Senior Director of Corporate & Employee Engagement. Liz's earlier experience includes significant positions at the American Lung Association in Colorado, notably Director of Development, as well as roles in special events and donor relations, and an internship at JohnstonWells Public Relations.