Lindsay S. Fox
CEO of The Sojourner Group, LLC
Consultant since 2023

Lindsay Fox is an award-winning leader, strategist, and problem-solver with more than 25 years of experience turning bold ideas into real impact. As President & CEO of United Way Fresno and Madera Counties from 2016-2024, she transformed a struggling, century-old nonprofit into a high-impact leader tackling the racial wealth gap and driving inclusive prosperity.

Her career has always centered on supporting children, youth, and families, addressing inequities, closing opportunity gaps, and building systems that work for everyone. From her early days in the California State Legislature to leadership roles in education and youth development, Lindsay has been a trusted partner in finding practical, lasting solutions to complex challenges.

Today, she leads The Sojourner Group, a boutique consulting firm that helps nonprofits, foundations, and local governments elevate their strategy, leadership, and impact. She is also Chair of the California Volunteers Commission and serves on several state and local boards.

Raised in Clovis and now based in Fresno, Lindsay brings a deep understanding of community, a track record of organizational transformation, and a collaborative style that inspires results.

My Credentials:
Master of Public Policy and Administration

My Contact Info:

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How We Can Work Together:

1:1 Consulting Executive Roundtables Group Consulting In-Person Workshops

Virtual Trainings Long-Term Consulting Short-Term Consulting Local Events

Destination Events In English

My Consulting Specialties:

Board Governance Career Coaching DEIAB Design Leadership

Management Messaging Operations Product Development Public

Relations Strategic Planning Team Building

My United Way Journey:
Lindsay's United Way journey began in 2016. She served as President and CEO of United Way Fresno and Madera Counties. Her tenure was defined by bold vision and practical execution—modernizing operations, strengthening financial health, and expanding community impact. She championed initiatives to support working families, close racial equity gaps, and position United Way as a trusted convener and problem-solver.

My United Way Department Experience:

Executive Leadership

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