Amanda G. Smith is a seasoned philanthropy operations leader with 20 years of experience driving fundraising growth, donor engagement, and operational excellence. As Executive Director of Advancement Services & Strategic Data Management at Lehigh Valley Health Network, she leads prospect development, fund stewardship, and strategic initiatives that have significantly expanded donor pipelines and optimized fundraising performance.

Amanda’s career spans healthcare, higher education, and nonprofits, including leadership roles at Bon Secours Mercy Health and Christopher Newport University. She specializes in building high-performing teams, enhancing prospect management, and aligning fundraising operations with institutional goals.

Recognized by the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy’s "40 Under 40," Amanda holds an MBA from Eastern University, an MPA and Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a BS in Public Administration from James Madison University. She is a certified Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT Professional and actively mentors emerging fundraising professionals through APRA.