Mary Ehrsam has spent over three decades turning economic equity from a concept into a measurable reality. As President of Operation HOPE Partnerships and President of HOPE Global Initiatives, she and her team have directed $3.5 billion in private investment into low-wealth communities, expanded HOPE’s reach to more than 1,500 offices, and grown annual revenue from $600,000 to $70 million — all while serving more than 3.8 million individuals worldwide.

What sets Mary apart isn’t just the scale of what she’s built — it’s the intentionality behind it. From launching the LA affiliate of Habitat for Humanity to developing global dignity curriculum now delivered in 100 countries, Mary has consistently designed solutions that align mission with strategy and partner objectives with long-term impact.