Pronouns: She / Her / Hers

Bridget Pooley is a Partner, the Chief Operating Officer, and a member of the Leadership Team at Mission Partners, a 100% women-owned Certified B Corporation and social impact communications firm. In her role, Bridget oversees the day-to-day administration and operations of the firm, driving a culture of inclusion and belonging. In her role, Bridget also delivers best-in-class consulting to many of the firm’s clients—including nonprofits, associations, and foundations.  

With over fifteen years of experience, Bridget’s expertise is grounded in her roles within nonprofits, her strategic guidance of Mission Partners clients, and in her work shaping the internal experience at Mission Partners. At Mission Partners, she has guided numerous national nonprofits through multi-year strategic planning efforts. Early in her tenure with Mission Partners, Bridget worked alongside a leading group of Washington, DC nonprofits located in her neighborhood of Adams Morgan to stand up a collective impact initiative—The Platform of Hope, which enhances the ability of families of color in the DC area to define and pursue success while building community. This work so inspired Bridget that she ran for local office in Ward 1, serving as an Area Neighborhood Commissioner in Adams Morgan. 

With a unique combination of strong emotional intelligence and a brain for process, Bridget champions building inclusive cultures and strong people managers. She deftly navigates complex internal communications challenges and is sought out by her clients for her clear guidance and smart insights. 

Prior to Mission Partners, Bridget worked at the Center for Social Impact Communication, a research and action center housed within Georgetown University that works to advance the field of social impact by educating and inspiring marketers, communicators, fundraisers, and journalists. Bridget began her career at Georgetown University Law Center, supporting some of the largest and most highly regarded in-house legal clinical programs on domestic violence, juvenile justice, and affordable housing. Bridget has worked on corporate partnerships at Share Our Strength and as a marketing and program manager at Microgreens DC.  

Bridget holds a bachelor’s degree from The Catholic University of America, a master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Georgetown University, and a certificate in Project Management from Georgetown University. Beyond her professional endeavors, Bridget is deeply engaged in her community—she is a regular volunteer with the Ramsey County Board of Elections, the Saint Paul Public Library, and her neighborhood food bank. Bridget also sits on the board of Minneapolis Rowing Club, where she is a member of the Competitive Women’s racing team. Bridget lives in Saint Paul, Minnestoa with her husband and their three rambunctious dogs.