Mark Samolczyk

Mark Samolczyk

President & CEO at Stark Community Foundation

As president and CEO of Stark Community Foundation, Mark is responsible for leading a team that partners with individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits to assist them with their charitable goals. Under his leadership, the role of the Foundation has grown from a grantmaker to a community leader seeking long-term solutions to diverse community challenges. With more than $425 million in assets, Stark Community Foundation and its family of donors respond to local needs and challenges through carefully designed funds and programs.

 

Mark joined the Foundation in 2010, following a 30-year career at the Timken Company. He is a board member of JumpStart, Team NEO, the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, The Fund for Our Economic Future, Community Building Partnership of Stark County, Inc., Stark Economic Development Board and the Youngstown Diocesan Foundation.

3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Canton Palace Theatre

Historic Theater Summit: Panel Discussion: Donor Engagement & Capital Campaigns Best Practices

Ticket Required. Ongoing financial support and successful donor engagement are key tools for a sustainable cultural arts program. Learn key tips and insights from two arts organizations and a community foundation that are navigating the philanthropic landscape for success. Matt Wiederhold, Heritage Ohio, moderator; Georgia Paxos, Canton Palace; Amy Cronauer, moCa Cleveland Mark Samolczyk, Stark Community Foundation.