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Franklyn Baker is the current President & CEO at United Way of Central Maryland. Prior to this, they served as Chief Operating Officer at Greenpeace USA from September 2014 to October 2016, where they oversaw day-to-day operations for the 2400+ employees within the organization. Franklyn also served as Chief of Staff and External Affairs Officer at Volunteers of America Chesapeake from July 2009 to August 2014.

Baker has a long history of working in nonprofit organizations that focus on social change. Franklyn is passionate about their work and has a proven track record of success in both operational and strategic roles. Franklyn is an effective leader and manager, with a keen ability to attract and retain top talent.

Franklyn Baker has a Masters in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business and a Bachelors in Business Administration from Howard University.

Some direct reports include Jeff Pratt - VP, Major Gifts, Martina Martin - SVP, COO, and Heather Chapman - VP, United Way Neighborhood Zones.