Elise Woodworth is an Air Force veteran, Virginia Military Institute graduate, and expert in nonprofit board relations. As a board relations coach, Elise empowers organizations to strengthen governance, enhance board effectiveness, and build sustainable leadership strategies through her signature Accelerator Suite. Her proven approach helps nonprofits cultivate clarity, collaboration, and impact, ensuring their boards become driving forces for change.

Elise is also the author of Business Not Battle and a dynamic speaker who inspires nonprofit board members to ignite impact and turn challenges into opportunities for connection and growth. With experience spanning military service, corporate leadership, and nonprofit consulting, she brings discipline, innovation, and purpose to everything she does.