Deidre has been working with the nonprofit sector for over 10 years, from corporate philanthropy to programming and development. Deidre started her career with cause marketing and social impact strategy; implementing the processes and systems for retail brand Alex and Ani to donate over $50 Million in seven years. Currently, Deidre is the Head of Partnerships as well as an Expressive Arts Trainer for the PeaceLove Foundation. She is also the Founder of Avidli (www.avidli.com), which equips locally-led social impact organizations with the knowledge and resources needed to amplify their cause and diversify funding.