Theresa L. Miller, PhD

As a strategic communications leader and research director with 15 years of nonprofit experience, I have a record of deftly leading global teams, programs, and research partnerships in the U.S., Brazil, Australia, Bangladesh, the UK, and elsewhere. As a big picture thinker, I collaborate with executives to chart a forward-looking strategic direction, set long-term goals, and source new business opportunities. Cultivating an inclusive, growth-oriented culture, I empower staff and champion professional development and innovation. I hold advanced language skills in Portuguese and Spanish, a master’s degree in social anthropology, and a PhD in anthropology. Key Accomplishments at the FrameWorks Institute: • Leads the international program at the organization, including projects in the UK, Brazil, Bangladesh, and Australia. • Oversees the development of innovative scientific methods, analysis, tools and frameworks to advance qualitative and quantitative research in multiple areas, including environmental conservation, climate change, democracy, health justice, early childhood, and criminal justice reform. • Distills complex scientific information into practical applications designed to advance social change across global priority issue areas. • Leads and manages a multi-disciplinary global program team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture. • Recruits, develops, and retains an interdisciplinary team to expand scientific talent in the organization. • Hires and manages onboarding of new program staff members. • Leads performance management and coaching of staff members to enhance research, project management, presentation, and partner communication skills. • Leads and manages complex partnerships with advisory boards, community groups, academia, and executives at nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. • Negotiates complex and innovative strategic communications solutions in cross-cultural contexts to address global challenges and advance social change. • Presents strategic findings and research priorities to diverse audiences, including employees, board members, donors, and outside partners. • Leads new business development for the international program, including identifying fundraising opportunities and targets and cultivating major donors. • Develops and manages budgets, including tracking and maintaining budget accountability, intervening as needed to ensure appropriate allocation of grant funds. • Creates and implements the international program strategic vision and embeds program strategy into the organization.