Filoli Continues Board Growth with Search for Volunteer Governance Leaders
Woodside, CA , March 28, 2025 — Building on last year’s success in welcoming seven extraordinary leaders to its Board of Directors and seventeen non-Board Committee Members, Filoli Historic House & Garden is continuing its commitment to strong governance and community representation by seeking new Board and Committee Members for 2026.
“Filoli is more than a word; it’s an experience that brings people together through beauty, history, and nature,” said David Wessel, current Board Chair. “Our new Board Members embody this spirit, bringing fresh perspectives and valuable expertise to help us shape Filoli’s future. Their leadership will ensure that Filoli continues to grow and evolve, meeting the needs of our diverse and ever-changing community.”
Filoli’s Governance teams, consisting of Board and non-Board Committee Members, play a vital role in shaping the future of this historic and beloved place, providing strategic oversight, advising within their domain expertise, and leveraging their networks to expand Filoli’s reach and impact. Filoli seeks passionate leaders who can help guide the organization through key opportunities and challenges—from addressing the impacts of climate change to increasing equitable access to outdoor spaces and deepening its commitment to equity-centered community engagement.
Filoli is partnering with Potrero Group, a social impact consulting firm providing strategic planning, facilitation, board development, and executive search. For more information about the position and how to apply, please visit potrerogroup.com/filoli.
Interested candidates should register for an informational webinar either on April 4, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (PST) or April 17, 2025, 9:00 – 10:00 AM (PST). For priority consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply by April 25, 2025. Please contact Daniel Student, Managing Director at Potrero Group, at dstudent@potrerogroup.com for any questions or to recommend excellent candidates.