Lee Pelton, who assumed the role of President and CEO at the Boston Foundation in June 2021, brings with him a wealth of experience from his tenure as President of Emerson College (2011-2021) and Willamette University (1998-2011). In May 2023, he earned the #3 spot on Boston Magazine's annual list of the most influential people in Boston, following Maura Healey and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. Pelton has played a pivotal role in redefining the Boston Foundation, positioning it as a force for social change by emphasizing equity in programs, grantmaking, and civic leadership. His leadership has been instrumental in setting the Foundation's ambitious goal of achieving equity by addressing