As Executive Director of the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation, Lucretia Holden is a dynamic nonprofit leader known for pairing strategic vision with hands‑on execution. Since 2018, she has led the organization to consistent fundraising success—culminating in a record‑breaking $11.18 million raised in FY 2025, exceeding projections by $2.2 million and reflecting a diversified, resilient fundraising strategy.
Lucretia is widely respected for her collaborative, steady‑hand leadership style. She works closely with the board of trustees, scientific partners, donors, and supporters to strengthen programs, elevate donor engagement, and expand the Foundation’s reach—while maintaining a people‑centered culture that values transparency, creativity, and trust.
Under her leadership, her dynamic team has driven innovation in digital fundraising and communications, achieving more than a 200% increase in organic search traffic and dramatic gains in email engagement. These efforts helped earn the Foundation multiple Digital Health, Hermes Creative, and MarCom Awards, along with a 4‑Star Charity Rating and the GuideStar Gold Seal of Transparency.
Before joining the Fisher Center Foundation, Lucretia served as Chief Operating Officer of Intersections International and brings a unique background that includes federal service with the U.S. Coast Guard, work at the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait, and a career as a professional visual and performing artist and award‑winning screenwriter. She holds a Master of Arts (with honors) from American University and is a former SHRM‑certified professional.
