Lori Gatmaitan is a strategic and mission-driven nonprofit leader who helps organizations leverage technology to advance philanthropy and impact. She brings more than two decades of experience connecting people, purpose, and systems—aligning data and digital tools with organizational strategy to drive engagement and results. 

Before joining Benefactor Group, Lori served in leadership roles across the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors, where she guided technology adoption, donor engagement, and organizational development initiatives. Her background spans engineering, fundraising, and event management, providing a unique perspective on how thoughtful use of technology can strengthen mission delivery and equity. 

Lori holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Kettering University and an M.S. in Organizational Leadership, with a concentration in Nonprofit Management, from Robert Morris University. She is a National Diversity Council Certified Diversity Professional and was recognized by Crain’s Detroit Business as a Notable Woman in Nonprofits. 

She lives in Metro Detroit with her family and enjoys (decaffeinated) coffee, anything Peloton, reading, volunteering, and time spent along Michigan’s lakeshores.