Columbus, OH (February 2025) The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Beth Sweeney as its next Executive Director. Sweeney, currently serving as Chief Experience Officer at The Wellington School, will step into her new role in April 2025.
“I am honored to join the Ohio State Bar Foundation as its Executive Director,” said Sweeney. “Throughout my career, I have been passionate about fostering philanthropy, building strong community partnerships, and driving organizational growth. I look forward to working alongside the OSBF Board of Trustees, staff, grantees, and individual and organizational partners across the state of Ohio to expand the Foundation’s impact and further its commitment to justice and the legal profession.”
Sweeney brings extensive leadership experience in stakeholder engagement, resource development, and strategic planning across nonprofit, educational, and philanthropic sectors. Her career includes pivotal roles at the Columbus College of Art & Design, Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus, and The Wellington School. With a track record of securing philanthropic support, strengthening stakeholder relationships, securing philanthropic support, and enhancing organizational sustainability, Sweeney has been instrumental in driving meaningful community impact.
OSBF Board President Sarah K. Skow expressed enthusiasm about Sweeney’s appointment, stating, “Laurie Beth Sweeney is a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of nonprofit development and community engagement. Her expertise and passion for justice and philanthropy will be invaluable in advancing OSBF’s mission and expanding our reach. We are excited to welcome her and look forward to the future under her leadership.”
Established in 1951, the OSBF’s mission is to promote philanthropy and encourage service to create a more just and equitable legal system for all Ohioans. To learn more, see www.osbf.org
Sweeney and her family live in the Clintonville neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio.
The OSBF extends its gratitude to Interim Executive Directors Terri Gehr and Carol Marx for their leadership and dedication during this transition period.
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