Jamie Whitefield serves as Major Gift Officer at Independent Women, leveraging her strategic approach to fundraising to drive substantial growth for the organization. With nearly two decades of experience in fundraising, meeting management, and organizational development, Jamie has successfully coordinated and executed significant multi-million dollar local and national fundraising efforts. She has been the lead organizer for numerous national and state trade associations and has played a pivotal role in dozens of political campaigns, including several Presidential ones. Jamie has also collaborated closely with many foundations to secure essential grant funding that complements or matches corporate donor contributions. Passionate about making a positive impact, Jamie is dedicated to advancing the causes she believes in.
She excels at building and maintaining strong relationships with donors, ensuring their philanthropic goals align with the organization’s mission. Jamie earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from East Central University and resides in Oklahoma with her husband and two children.