People of PwC

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Overview

The PwC Foundation began as an organization driven by the desire of PwC employees to respond to tragedies impacting their colleagues and communities. From the beginning, the people of PwC have shown unwavering compassion, care, and motivation to make a difference. This remains an indelible part of who we are. The Foundation both animates and amplifies that spirit.

Programs

People Who Care Fund

When PwC employees and their families find themselves facing an emergency financial hardship, the PwC Foundation’s People Who Care Fund can be a life-changing resource. By providing tax-free financial support, the fund directly assists employees affected by unexpected events from natural disasters to urgent medical crises, helping them navigate through difficult times. Since its launch in 2001, the People Who Care Fund has made a difference in the lives of over 2,000 PwC employees and their families.

“Our family has never been in this sort of situation before and it has been incredibly overwhelming, more than we ever could have imagined. I’m so fortunate for the PwC Foundation during this time and will definitely pay it forward in the future!”

PwC employee and family who received financial support after a devastating hurricane swept through their community

Reimagine Grants

Partner engagement has connected the PwC Foundation to over 800 local organizations whose work promotes access and opportunity. Through the Reimagine grants program, active PwC US partners and principals can nominate nonprofits expanding educational opportunities in their communities. PwC employees are also able to lend their time, skills and passion to amplify the impact of these grants. The Foundation has awarded over $63 million in grants to these organizations since the program launched in 2018.

“On behalf of our entire team and the thousands of students we serve, I want to thank you for your generous support of our work. Our vision is that every first generation student will find meaningful, high quality employment. Your contribution will help us to make that a reality.”

Paul Posoli, President at CareerSpring

Staff Council

The PwC Foundation Staff Council collaborates with the Foundation to engage with the work of our grantees, innovate around new investments, and amplify awareness of the Foundation within PwC and externally. Council members are active PwC employees who serve two-year terms and contribute to a variety of projects including grant research, technology enhancements, automation and communications strategy.

Ryan Allen

Ryan focuses on transforming complex challenges into sustainable solutions for large capital projects in the energy and utilities sector as a part of PwC’s Advisory work. Outside of his role at PwC, he is active in his community, volunteering with his parish and local youth sports and outdoor nonprofit organizations. Ryan earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University.

Tatiana Amato

Tatiana specializes in providing flexible and scalable project management solutions to clients as part of PwC’s Deals practice. She is continuously inspired to give back to the community through the people in her life, including mentors at PwC. Tatiana is actively involved with PwC’s New York Metro Latino Inclusion Network (LIN), having successfully planned and executed several events bringing together members of the LIN community for learning and networking. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and marketing from Universidad de Puerto Rico.

Latonya Beverly

Latonya specializes in change management and culture transformation initiatives as a part of PwC’s Workforce Transformation practice. Outside of her role at PwC, she serves on the boards of Unitarian Universalist and the United Way Young Professionals Board of Greater Atlanta. Latonya earned bachelor’s degrees in mathematics from Clark Atlanta University and industrial engineering from Northeastern University.

Rita Ciolek

Rita focuses on collaborations across the PwC network of firms to drive strategic growth and strengthen market position as part of PwC's Global Legal Business Solutions Network. Outside of her role at PwC, Rita is a documentary filmmaker focused on raising awareness of critical social issues through impactful storytelling. Rita earned a bachelor's degree in commerce as well as a master's degree in fine arts from DePaul University.

Lyndsay Damo

Lyndsay specializes in ESG and sustainability strategy, reporting and assurance as part of PwC’s Sustainability practice. Dedicated to helping others, Lyndsay volunteers with the Small Hands, Big Hearts committee in her town and serves on the marketing committee for Mission Warmth, a nonprofit aiding the unhoused in central Ohio. Lyndsay earned a bachelor’s degree in political science with a minor in English from Union College.

Kisha Greenidge-Kader

Kisha specializes in risk management as part of PwC’s One Firm Risk Organization’s Contracting Center of Excellence. Her commitment to problem-solving extends beyond her professional life. She leads a team of volunteers passionate about closing the literacy gap in communities in St. Louis by, launching free little libraries that promote literacy and create opportunities for better book access. Kisha earned a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems and a master’s degree in applied information technology from Towson University. She is currently pursuing a law degree at Purdue Global Law School.

Courtney Hengehold

Courtney specializes in transfer pricing matters for global companies as part of PwC’s Tax practice. She holds a Certified Nonprofit Professional credential and has a longstanding commitment to community-based work, including mentoring students, coaching girls on financial literacy and volunteering with local park cleanups. Courtney earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Indiana State University and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Edward Hill

Edward focuses on M&A management as part of PwC’s Deals practice. Leading the Foundation Staff Council’s Innovation and Automation Committee, he has helped support the development of data visualizations to enhance the Foundation’s understanding of the impact of its programs. Edward earned both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in environmental analysis from Boston University, as well as a master’s degree in business administration from New York University.

Christy Keene

Christy specializes in improving and executing talent processes across the US firm as part of PwC’s Talent Delivery team. Outside of PwC, Christy volunteers as the Media Team Lead for Kingdom Equipped Ministries. Christy earned a bachelor’s degree in telecommunications and TV production from Morgan State University.

Aishwarya Krishna Iyer

Aishwarya specializes in strategic tax advice for financial services organizations and major M&A transactions as part of PwC’s Tax practice. She was a PwC fellow with CEO Action for Racial Equity, where she led initiatives to advocate for affordable housing. Passionate about community engagement, Aishwarya has co-taught courses on sustainable business practices and helped local businesses become Certified B Corporations. Aishwarya earned both a Doctor of Juridical Science in taxation and a master’s degree in gender studies from the University of Florida, as well as a bachelor’s degree in political science and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from SASTRA University.

Matthew McDaniel

Matthew specializes in complex technical accounting advisory as part of PwC’s Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory (CMAAS) practice within Deals, focusing on assisting asset and wealth management clients with financial reporting and transaction-related services.

He is passionate about leveraging his skills for community engagement and philanthropy. In addition to his role on the PwC Foundation Staff Council, he serves on the engagement and ambassadorship committee, working to promote and engage PwCers of the Foundation’s mission, programs and impact. Matthew earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Georgia.

Lia Rubel

Lia focuses on planning and executing large-scale integration and separation initiatives as part of PwC’s Deals practice. Committed to driving impact in the community, she previously served in leadership roles with student-run nonprofits at Emory University, where she focused on raising funds to support veterans and the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lia earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Emory University.

Gavriella Seftel

Gavriella focuses on bringing AI upskilling and solutions to PwC’s Assurance practice in her role in Business Services. Inspired to give back to the community, she actively volunteers in the community and has worked with organizations like iMentor and the Crisis Text Line. She earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Yeshiva University.

Mairita Smiltars

Mairita leads organizational change management for health provider clients as part of PwC’s Health Technology & Transformation practice. Her personal commitment to championing nonprofit organizations and giving back has inspired her to serve on the board of HealthConnect One, a nonprofit focused on community birth worker training, research, and advocacy. Mairita earned a master’s degree in social service administration from the University of Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan.

Matthew Tracy

Matthew specializes in designing and implementing AI solutions for healthcare companies as part of PwC’s Data Analytics & AI practice. Outside of PwC, he founded a service-learning nonprofit organization and actively volunteers with ActivateKids. Matthew earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Nathan Telaraja

Nathan focuses on strategy, governance and transformation as part of PwC’s Financial Services Risk & Regulation practice. Outside of PwC, he serves as Vice President of the board for the English Empowerment Center, a Virginia-based nonprofit organization that empowers individuals through English language instruction and helps them more fully participate in society. Nathan earned both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida.

Tabitha Runyan

Tabitha specializes in helping PwC leaders in planning and executing strategic marketing initiatives as part of in her role on PwC’s Marketing Nonprofit team. Tabitha is inspired by the opportunity to deepen her understanding of community impact as a PwC Foundation Staff Council member and support efforts that drive meaningful social impact. Tabitha earned a bachelor’s degree in public relations and advertising from the University of Arkansas.

Ted Wilm

Ted specializes in providing audit and business advisory services as part of PwC's Asset and Wealth Management practice. He is passionate about elevating the experience of PwCers and, in addition to his role on the PwC Foundation Staff Council, he serves on PwC's People Experience Staff Council, providing insights to firm leaders on employee experience. Ted earned a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting and finance from Villanova University.

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