Brian manages a network of over 400 libraries, community foundations, and other nonprofit resource centers that can be found across the U.S. and around the world. Brian assists network partners in providing local nonprofit communities with access to Foundation Center funding databases, nonprofit trainings, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded social sector professionals. Brian serves as an Ohio LGBTQ Funding Ambassador on behalf of Funders for LGBTQ Issues and on the United Way of Greater Cleveland funding committee for Basic Needs. Brian also serves on the board of Plexus the LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce. Brian is a Cleveland native with a strong love of the city and commitment to its social sector. 

As Network Engagement Liaison, Carla addresses the needs of individual Network partners and liaises across various internal Candid channels, including accounting, IT, and Customer Success. She also develops FIN communications and contributes to the planning and execution of Network Days.

Prior to joining Candid, she managed global strategy and outreach for the Risk and Insurance Management Society. She began her career as part of the government relations team at the International Trademark Association, where she developed and advocated the organization’s policies on intellectual property and general trade issues, with a focus on Europe.

She serves on the Family Council for New York Cares, a nonprofit organization focused on volunteer management, and the Junior Board of CAMBA, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit organization that provides social services to New Yorkers in need. She recently completed the Community Leadership Course conducted by the Citizens’ Committee for Children, a child advocacy organization.

Carla holds an MS in Government from the London School of Economics and a BS in Public Administration from James Madison University.