Megan Pontes

Megan Pontes, PhD is an Assistant Teaching Professor teaching nonprofit leadership and management at the School of Community Resources and Development within the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. She has a BS in Business Administration from the College of Charleston, MBA from the University of Florida, and a PhD in Leadership Studies focused in nonprofit and philanthropic leadership from the University of San Diego. She also holds a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of San Diego. Dr. Pontes has 13 years of experience in the financial sector in addition to years of experience as a board member, staff, and volunteer within the nonprofit sector. Her research interests include nonprofit advocacy for social change, philanthropy, board governance, and social enterprise.