Announcing Two New Vice Presidents

We are pleased to announce the promotions of two longtime team members as we celebrate our 30th anniversary!

Corinne Fiagome has been named Vice President of Client Services. In this role, she will lead client development and help drive the company’s strategic vision and service goals while continuing to assist clients through direct consultation and project management. Since joining Project Partners as a Senior Consultant in 2019, Fiagome has worked with nonprofit organizations in Tarrant and surrounding counties, providing expertise in fundraising, community engagement, program development, and strategic planning.

Prior to joining Project Partners, Fiagome held leadership roles in education and social service organizations across three states, including serving as Director of Resource Development and Public Policy for the YWCA Tulsa and Director of Advancement for Child Care Associates. A DFW native, she holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Virginia and a master’s degree in public policy from Duke University.

Wendy Williamson has been promoted to Vice President of Operations. A member of the Project Partners team since 2001, Williamson has delivered consulting and project management services in marketing and community relations, event management, volunteer engagement, fund development, and administration, for a wide range of clients. She has also provided internal support for company operations. In her new role, she will oversee Project Partners’ organizational infrastructure, to include finance, technology, personnel, and information management.

Williamson grew up in Fort Worth and attended Texas Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Design with minors in both art and business. She built a strong foundation in community engagement while advancing through roles in the Community Relations Department at Cook Children's Medical Center. In addition to her corporate experience, she and her husband own and operate two small businesses, Ken’s Custom Frames and Nina’s Jewels.

“I am thrilled to welcome Corinne and Wendy to their leadership roles. Both provide incredible industry acumen and deep Project Partners experience, and I look forward to our firm’s continued impact as we celebrate 30 years of service to our community,” says Lerii F. Smith CFRE, Founder and President of Project Partners.

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New Partnership Begins with Foundation For Young Women's Leadership Academy (FYWLA)

We’re excited to announce our newest client, the Foundation for Young Women’s Leadership Academy (FYWLA)! Over the next few months, Project Partners will collaborate with FYWLA leadership to create an inclusive, multi-year giving society that strengthens donor relationships and enhances fundraising efforts. 

This initiative will support FYWLA’s dedicated team of staff and volunteers in developing a circle of giving with defined levels, meaningful benefits, and impactful stewardship strategies. Our work will include planning and designing the tailored program of work to introduce this concept to donors and board members, ensuring its successful launch.

We’re honored to partner with FYWLA as they continue helping young women of Fort Worth envision a limitless future!

Good Work For Kreative Architectural Design Academy (KADA)

With support from a North Texas Community Foundation Toolbox grant, Kreative Architectural Design Academy (KADA) collaborated with Project Partners to develop a sustainable fundraising strategy. Together, we created a clear budget, strategic board growth plan, and an engaging annual plan to strengthen KADA's mission of empowering students through STEM education for lasting community impact. Read more.

Summerford & Zuckerman Join the Project Partners Team

At this exciting time in the life of our community and our company, we proudly welcome Haily Summerford, MBA and Amber Zuckerman to the Project Partners team.

Haily comes to Project Partners with more than twenty-five years of nonprofit executive leadership at the local, state, and national level. She knows first-hand that a nonprofit executive or board leader must wear many hats to exceed goals, and that professional help along the way can be priceless. Haily’s fundraising experience has resulted in millions of dollars raised and she has developed impactful community programming and executed hundreds of events.

Amber is a proud North Texan with over twenty years of experience in nonprofit leadership, public relations, event planning, project management, and fund development who is passionate about building community. She has dedicated her career to leadership and volunteer roles in education, corporate engagement, local government, and cause-based organizations. Amber is a natural encourager and will work hand-in-hand with you to achieve your goals.

Are you or someone you know interested in joining our team to serve our clients? Please reach out.

Good Work For Fort Worth Forum

Project Partners collaborated with the Rainwater Charitable Foundation to offer consulting and project management services for the launch of a new civic association nonprofit, the Fort Worth Forum. From fall 2023 through spring 2024, Project Partners facilitated initial board and committee meetings, provided administrative support, and managed comprehensive event planning and execution. Learn more here.