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Renee Karibi-Whyte leads Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ efforts to share its research and expertise on impactful philanthropic practice with individuals, families, and organizations seeking to accelerate social change. As a member of the executive team and head of communications & partnerships, Renee is a lead contributor to Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ Theory of the Foundation initiative, Strategic Time Horizon research, Philanthropy Roadmap guides, and other knowledge-based projects that help clients and the sector create more thoughtful, effective philanthropy. She works closely with RPA’s client services teams on convenings, speaking engagements, presentations, partnerships and communications globally. Renee also leads RPA’s internal and external communications strategy, manages and stewards RPA’s brand, and oversees public relations. She has a law degree from Harvard Law School and a bachelor’s degree from Florida A&M University.