Courtney Dodd is a seasoned leader with more than 26 years of experience in investor relations, client management, and strategic partnerships within the financial services industry. Throughout her career, she has built and stewarded high-value relationships, strengthened institutional trust, and driven measurable revenue and client retention outcomes across complex financial environments.
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In parallel with her corporate leadership, Ms. Dodd has served for over 20 years as an adjunct professor, teaching communications, public speaking, and professional development at various colleges and universities across the United States. Her academic work reflects a deep commitment to leadership development, executive presence, and empowering professionals to communicate with clarity and confidence.
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Courtney earned her BS from The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and an MS in Managerial Communications from the School of Communications at Northwestern University. This combined educational foundation uniquely positions her at the intersection of financial acumen and strategic communication.
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Beyond her corporate and academic roles, Ms. Dodd is an active investor, trader, and course creator with a strong focus on financial literacy, market education, and economic empowerment. She is also currently a Fellow in Market Street Trust Company’s Client Service Excellence Fellowship Program, where she continues to deepen her expertise in client-centric leadership and service strategy.
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Ms. Dodd serves on the boards of Full Circle Performing Arts Center (Home of Black Girls Dance) and LOTUS, Chicago-based nonprofit organizations dedicated to cultural enrichment and community development. Her board service is grounded in disciplined governance, mission alignment, and sustainable impact.
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Courtney contributes a distinctive blend of financial expertise, communications strategy, and governance discipline to organizations focused on sustainable growth and meaningful impact.