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Vanessa Seltzer is a seasoned nonprofit executive and fundraising professional with over 14 years of experience driving philanthropic growth and building strategic partnerships. As the current CEO of Heal the Planet, Vanessa leads with a deep passion for sustainability and community impact, overseeing mission-driven initiatives that inspire individuals to make conscious choices for the well-being of our planet. Prior to this role, she served as Director of Philanthropy at Arc Broward, where she led individual and corporate giving strategies to support programs that empower people with disabilities. Vanessa’s track record of success also includes key development roles at the YMCA of South Florida, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Gilda’s Club South Florida—where she doubled corporate partnership support and tripled the number of corporate partners during her tenure. Vanessa holds a B.A. in Psychology from Florida International University and several certifications in fundraising from Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Vanessa was actively involved in the fundraising community as the President of the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Fort Lauderdale/Broward Chapter and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Women's Council. She is passionate about serving her community and has served on multiple boards and committees that advance nonprofit excellence. She is also an alum of Leadership Broward, Class 42 and is currently a member of The Daily Drip. She was honored as a Hispanic Woman of Distinction in 2022. A nature enthusiast at heart, Vanessa finds inspiration outdoors with her dog Mena and two kids , Cole and Aubrey, who she lovingly calls her "sun and moon."