Mary Ann McDonnell is responsible for Future 500′s outreach to various stakeholders, including corporations, NGOs, academics, foundations, and governmental agencies.

She holds a degree in Journalism and Communication from Wayne State University. Her background includes working in Washington, DC as a Consumer Protection Specialist for the Federal Trade Commission. She has 20 years experience in New Business Development with major corporations. She brings her enthusiasm and love of making a difference in the world to her work with Future 500, a spirit she fosters among the Future 500 community.