Lindsay joins the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region as our new Vice President of Community Engagement. She has more than 20 years of valuable experience in both nonprofit and corporate sectors, implementing transformative initiatives, increasing organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and empowering growth and development.  

The Fenlon family

Prior to joining the Community Foundation, Lindsay has had a tapestry of career experiences, including corporate HR and talent development at the Neenah Foundry and Plexus, nonprofit organizational coaching to nonprofits throughout the Fox Cities, leading Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Wisconsin through a merger expansion as their CEO, and over ten years in various philanthropy-based positions.  

 “We warmly welcome Lindsay to our Community Foundation team,” said Curt Detjen, President/CEO. “I have seen the impact of her leadership on our region. Lindsay will benefit our team and the support we provide for our nonprofit partners throughout the Fox Valley region. She and the team will make a big impact right away given the increases in services being delivered by nonprofits. This is important work.” 

Piper the dog eating a sock

Receiving her undergraduate degree in Forensic Science at Baylor University and her graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Lindsay has continued her passion for adult learning by becoming a Certified PROSCI Change Management Practitioner and most recently, a certified Leadership and Performance Coach.

Lindsay is most passionate about leading with authenticity and optimism, building meaningful relationships, and bringing ideas and events to life in pursuit of forward-thinking goals. Her educational background enables her to connect with people in transformational ways while her professional experiences have engendered a results-driven mentality. She looks forward to leveraging the diversity of her professional journey to continue the good work of the Community Foundation. 

“Throughout my career, I have felt a deep responsibility to contribute to a purpose greater than myself,” said Lindsay. “Reflecting on my values of family, community, and purposeful work, I know that my life’s purpose is to partner with individuals and organizations to inspire change, drive action, and foster transformation. The opportunity to do this work with and through the Community Foundation is exciting and humbling.” 

Lindsay is married to her husband, James, who she describes as incredible and her biggest advocate in the world, who gave her two beautiful children, Ethan and Catelyn. Her family also enjoys their 16-month-old Chocolate Lab, Piper. She loves spending time with her family who keeps her on her toes, traveling to experience new cultures, eating delicious food, and exploring the world’s beauty.  

Lindsay succeeds Tammy Geenen who provided 26 years of dedicated service to the Community Foundation. We wish Tammy all the best as she starts an exciting new chapter in her career.