Connie Bamburg is an accomplished professional specializing in grant management, with a background in identifying, applying for, and managing grant opportunities. Her expertise lies in proactively identifying potential grant opportunities that align seamlessly with Forge Institute’s goals and objectives.

Leading the grant application process, Connie coordinates with various internal divisions to gather essential information, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of applications, and adhering to strict deadlines. She works closely with the internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate effective grant application, execution, and management. Post-award, Connie oversees all aspects of grant management, including financial reporting, progress updates, and ensuring compliance with grant terms and conditions. Connie believes that attention to detail and effective collaboration and communication are keys to doing a job well. 

Connie's educational background complements her professional expertise. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Alaska Anchorage and a Master’s degree in Adult Education from Northwestern State University in Louisiana. Further enhancing her leadership capabilities, she has attained a post-graduate certification in Leadership from the University of Alaska. Connie's skills are augmented by her certification as a paralegal, adding a legal perspective to her grant management acumen. Connie recently gained certification as an Artificial Intelligence Scientist.