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In conversation with Hilary Pennington, Ford's new executive vice president

Inside Philanthropy features an interview with Hilary Pennington on her leadership at Ford Foundation and the biggest issues facing civil society. 

Published in Inside Philanthropy | January 24, 2018

Who Is Hilary Pennington? A Few Questions for Ford's New Executive Vice President

By Vivien Hoexter and Linda C. Hartley

Last week, Hilary Pennington was named executive vice president for programs of the Ford Foundation. She is among the 21 social sector leaders that Vivien Hoexter and Linda C. Hartle interviewed for their new book, Big Impact: Insights & Stories from America’s Non-Profit Leaders. 

Inside Philanthropy features the interview in its entirety, throughout which Hilary discusses her greatest influences, her personal journey, and her work at the Ford Foundation.

Read the complete interview here.

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