New Executive Director, Emily Battle

Jane’s Fund is thrilled to announce Emily Battle as our new Executive Director! 

Emily grew up in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and has built a career defined by leadership, vision, and the ability to tackle complex challenges with clarity and heart. She brings a rare mix of corporate strategy expertise, nonprofit leadership, and deep community commitment to this role. 

Emily’s journey blends four key pillars: 

Education 

Deerfield Academy 
BA – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 
MPH – Columbia University, New York 
Booz & Co
 

Corporate Strategy Consulting for Nearly A Decade  

Accenture 
Deloitte 
 

Nonprofit Leadership For Over 10 years 

Director of Development, Philanthropy, and International Programs – New York Road Runners 
Executive Director – Let Me Run 
Managing Director – PMA Nonprofit Leadership 

“Emily has a rare blend of strategic vision and practical execution,” said PMA’s Jame’s Waddey. “She makes everyone better, and we’re thrilled to see the impact she'll have at Jane’s Fund.” 
 

Family 

Married to Charles 
Proud mom of Riley (4th grade) and James (1st grade) 

Why Emily? 

“Jane’s Fund has built a strong foundation by providing opportunities for students in under-resourced schools and supporting children dying of cancer in our community in new, unique ways. We need a leader to grow and manage our team strategically so our local impact will be even more powerful. Emily Battle is the perfect fit.” 

— Mike Harrell, Founder, Jane’s Fund 

Emily’s track record speaks volumes, but it’s her heart for kids and her “nothing-is-impossible” attitude that make her exactly the leader Jane’s Fund needs for this next chapter. 

Welcome, Emily, and thank you for being our MIRACLE on this special Labor Day Monday.