Trina S. Olidge brings depth and understanding to a changing academic landscape with nearly 20 years of experience in both public and private institutions. In her current role as Executive Director, Gift Planning at Emory University, she provides strategic and managerial leadership to advance a robust and growing planned giving program. In consultation with leaders and peers, Olidge educates donors on taxwise giving strategies that align with their values and maximize charitable gifts. She continues to make her mark as a speaker and thought leader in the field. Having recently served at Georgia Tech, her career in higher education began at Tulane Law School as Assistant Dean of External Affairs & Diversity. Working previously in finance and law, her stints in industry include stops at G.E. Capital and Goldman Sachs before joining a boutique international consulting firm after law school.

A Georgia native, she lives in Atlanta with her husband and two teenage children. Olidge is an inactive member of the Louisiana State Bar and fellow in charitable estate planning (FCEP). She currently serves on the board of the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners as a member of the executive committee and chair elect. She is a graduate of Howard University, and the University of Georgia School of Law. Inspired by the example of her parents, both of whom are retired college professors, she brings innovation, authentic leadership, and commitment to the pursuit of philanthropic excellence in higher education.

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