
Advance Community President and CEO Jeri Royce tapped for board
Staff Reports | Digital Free Press
Jeri Royce, president and CEO of Advance Community, a Phoenix-based nonprofit organization that seeks to build optimal health in under-resourced communities across the Valley and around the world, has been appointed as board chair for AZ Impact for Good.
Ms. Royce’s career in the nonprofit sector spans more than 30 years, during which she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a commitment to driving positive change in communities, according to a press release.
Prior to joining Advance Community in 2017, where she has continued to foster a culture of successful teamwork and strong partnerships, Ms. Royce held key leadership roles at renowned organizations such as the Points of Light Foundation and the American Symphony League, the release states.
Recognized for her outstanding contributions to the sector, Ms. Royce was named the 2023 Public Sector ATHENA by the Greater Phoenix Chamber. In her capacity as Board Chair of AZ Impact for Good, Ms. Royce will further leverage her extensive experience to support and empower nonprofit organizations across the state.
“Jeri is an accomplished and dynamic leader whose passion for serving communities and driving meaningful change is truly inspiring,” said AZ Impact for Good CEO Kristen Wilson.
“Her appointment as Board Chair for AZ Impact for Good reflects her unwavering commitment to advancing the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors and will undoubtedly strengthen our mission to merge our collective resources for greater capacity, impact and advocacy.”