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Buchholz Fellows

A New Generation of Leaders

As a nonpartisan, nonprofit civic leadership organization that’s existed for more than 100 years, the Committee of Seventy knows how critical it is that we develop and connect the next generation of community leaders. That is why we launched the Buchholz Fellowship, in honor of board member and civic leader Carl Buchholz.

About Buchholz Fellows

After a successful launch in 2017, C70 is currently hosting its fifth cohort of Buchholz Fellows. The Buchholz Fellows are emerging young leaders (recommended age is 25-35) working in the private or nonprofit sector who embody the qualities that Carl Buchholz exhibited in his life and work: personal and professional integrity, a strong work ethic, collaborative spirit, a superior intellect and a passion for improving his community.

Experience in Leadership

Fellows will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in nonprofit leadership by serving as one of our board members. Fellows will act as non-voting members, however, they will be involved in all other board-related affairs which include participating in all Board and Policy Committee meetings and are full participants in Seventy’s conversations, discussions, and debates around governance and public policy issues facing Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of PA. Additionally, Fellows are matched with a current board member who will serve as a mentor and advisor during the fellowship year. This fellowship is an excellent opportunity for young professionals to gain leadership skills in a nonprofit setting while having a voice in Seventy’s mission for better government in Philadelphia.

Fellows are expected to pay a $250 contribution, however, no applicants will be refused consideration due to financial hardship.

2025 Buchholz Fellows

  • CEO of Impactful Solutions and an Adjunct Professor at Drexel University

    Zoraida Cordero

    CEO of Impactful Solutions and Adjunct Professor at Drexel University

  • Dustin Dove

    Assistant General Counsel at the National Philanthropic Trust

  • Charlie Gress

    Engagement Manager of Strategy & Analytics at Deloitte Consulting LLP

  • Siah McCabe

    Project Manager in External Affairs & Operations for Philadelphia Soccer 2026

  • Mallory Richards

    Senior Analyst for PFM Group Consulting

  • Michael Shostek

    Community and Economic Development Program Coordinator, Urban Affairs Coalition

  • Lauren Smith

    Manager of Economic Development for Center City District

  • Larry Thi

    Director of Operations at the Lenfest Scholars Foundation

  • Lauren Tilghman

    Director of Strategic Communication at Inglis

  • Bradie Williams

    Associate in White Collar & Government Investigations for Morgan, Lewis, & Bockius LLP

About Carl Buchholz

  • Carl Buchholz

    Former Board Member and Member of the Executive Committee