Success Session,

Callie Kaminskas

Callie Kaminskas is the Executive Director of Shadow Her. A dynamic and purpose-driven leader, Callie brings more than a decade of experience in fundraising, program development, and women’s empowerment.

Her career began in Division I athletics at the University of Oregon, where she was a member of the women’s lacrosse team before transitioning into a leadership role as Director of a women’s athletics fundraising initiative. Her work there set a national standard for advancing women’s sports through philanthropy. Callie continued her career in higher education at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, where she served as Principal Gift Officer, leading innovative donor strategies and raising critical funds to support the school’s mission.

Most recently, Callie worked in personal finance, focusing on increasing women’s financial literacy. This experience now informs her approach at Shadow Her, where she is committed to equipping women entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to scale their ventures.

Callie’s professional journey represents her belief in the transformational power of access, visibility, and connection. Her work continues to be defined by her passion for building impactful programs, scaling organizations, and creating spaces where women can thrive.