CarterBaldwin Executive Search, together with The Policy Circle, a national nonprofit organization that informs, equips, and connects women to be more impactful citizens and influential local leaders, announces the appointment of Rebecca Painter as Chief Executive Officer. She will begin serving in January 2026.
“I am thrilled to welcome Rebecca Painter as the next CEO of The Policy Circle. Rebecca brings a proven record of scaling organizations and growing strong, mission-driven teams,” said Sylvie Légère, Co-Founder and Chair of the Board. “Her experience, vision, and passion for developing women as civic leaders make her the perfect leader to guide The Policy Circle into its next decade of growth and impact.”
Rebecca is a visionary nonprofit executive recognized for uniting diverse stakeholders, building high-performing teams, and delivering measurable results while preserving mission integrity. She joins The Policy Circle after 15 years of service with the State Policy Network (SPN) and the South Carolina Policy Council. In her decade-long tenure at SPN, where she most recently served as Senior Vice President, Rebecca built durable coalitions, strengthened both SPN and state-based partners, and created an engine that has fueled sustainable organizational support.
Earlier in her career, as Vice President of Development at the South Carolina Policy Council, Rebecca led a significant shift to individual philanthropy and grew the donor base. She also held advancement roles at Norwich University.
Rebecca holds a BA in public relations with a minor in French from the University of South Carolina. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Mason Foundation, which ensures that every child in South Carolina who wants to play sports can.
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About The Policy Circle
The Policy Circle has equipped more than 15,000 women with the clarity and confidence to become more impactful citizens and local civic leaders. By leveraging insightful, fact-based materials, open dialogue, and action-oriented programming, The Policy Circle provides the tools and networks for women to lead community change rooted in economic and personal freedom. The Policy Circle is a launchpad for women who want more than a voice in the room, they want a seat at the table.
