Garrett Dolan
Philanthropy And Corporate Social Responsibility
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven record of results, excelling in philanthropic fund management, social sustainability, and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for driving transformational change and impactful program development.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Community Investment & Human Resources
Tyson Foods
Springdale, AR
2017.01 - 2025.06
- Led a team focused on removing the social barriers to employment for manufacturing workers.
- Established and managed a portfolio of programs in housing, childcare, immigration and literacy that served over 10,000 people.
- Led company philanthropic investments.
- Improved retention and attraction rates, reduced OPEX, and stabilized thousands of workers.
Social Investment/Social Performance Lead
Shell
Rochester, NY
2012.07 - 2016.04
- Oversaw all aspects of a multi-million dollar strategic social investment program for multiple US-based businesses including (strategy, governance, portfolio management, outcome frameworks, and budgeting.)
- Social performance "global technical authority". Subject matter expert on social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement and social investment.
Director, Corporate Relations (and Other Roles)
Rice University
Houston, Texas
2006.03 - 2012.07
- Oversaw the development of corporate relationships including fundraising, grants management, research partnerships, and recruiting.
- Raised an estimated $7.5 million in donations.
- Served as Executive Director of the International Education Consortium with $20 MM budget.
- Director, Severe Storm Prediction Education and Evacuation from Disasters Center where I developed and managed projects that examined the interrelationship of sustainable development to severe storms and disaster management.
Director, South Campus Research Initiative
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
2005.03 - 2006.03
- Coordinate the prospecting, solicitation and stewardship efforts of high net worth individuals raising $100M in record time.
Sr. Vice President
Greater Houston Partnership
Houston, TX
2003.03 - 2005.03
- Secured approval from a board of 130 CEOs on 11 policy proposals.
- Led fundraising efforts for research projects.
Sr. Market Development Specialist
NY State Department Economic Development
Rochester, NY
1990.02 - 1996.03
- Oversaw a multi-million dollar portfolio of over 100 grant projects.
- Established 3 new businesses and reduced OPEX for dozens.
Education
Ph.D. - Sustainability
Syracuse University
Syracuse, United States 2001.05 -
Master of Science - Resource Mgmt. And Administration
Antioch/New England
Keene, United States 2001.05 -
Skills
Strategic thinking
Sustainable practices
Philanthropic fund management
Stakeholder engagement
Business development
Problem-solving
Systems thinking
Change management
Certification
Sustainability Professional Certificate
Awards
Team Recipient for the following awards:
- Presidential (Clinton) Award for Sustainability
- National Immigration Forum's Keepers of the American Dream
- Best Place for Working Parents for onsite childcare programs
Timeline
Community Investment & Human Resources
Tyson Foods
2017.01 - 2025.06
Sustainable Facilities Professinal
2012-11
Social Investment/Social Performance Lead
Shell
2012.07 - 2016.04
Sustainability Professional Certificate
2012-01
Director, Corporate Relations (and Other Roles)
Rice University
2006.03 - 2012.07
Director, South Campus Research Initiative
MD Anderson Cancer Center
2005.03 - 2006.03
Sr. Vice President
Greater Houston Partnership
2003.03 - 2005.03
Ph.D. - Sustainability
Syracuse University
2001.05 -
Master of Science - Resource Mgmt. And Administration
Antioch/New England
2001.05 -
Sr. Market Development Specialist
NY State Department Economic Development
1990.02 - 1996.03