Tony Spearman-Leach

Tony Spearman-Leach has an extensive background in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, fund development, and grants management for government and private organizations. He previously served as the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, where he was responsible for establishing and stewarding corporate partnerships and foundation and grant funding. Tony is also the former Director of Communications and Development for Montgomery County’s PEG (Public, Educational & Governmental) television station and community media center. In this role, he was responsible for creating and implementing the organization's philanthropy and grant initiatives. He holds leadership positions as Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union Board Vice Chair, Excelsior University Trustee, Fielding Graduate University Treasurer and Trustee, Montgomery College’s Pinkney Innovation Complex Board Chair, and the Josiah Henson Museum and Park Chair.  Tony’s public service also includes professional lectures and workshops for the U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Speaker and International Visitor Leadership programs (IVLP).  His professional affiliations include the Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the African American Development Officers Network (AADO), the National Association of Nonprofit Organizations & Executives (NANOE), and the Grant Professionals Association.  Tony attained the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Grant Professional Certified (GPC), and Certified Nonprofit Executive (CNE) certifications. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Psychology, and Political Science from the University of the State University of New York, Regents College.

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