Melanie Sabelhaus Joins Gifts That Give, Inc. Board Of Directors
Industry Veteran Brings Vast Experience To Leading Edge Social Giving Online Retailer
NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Gifts That Give, Inc. (www.giftsthatgive.com), the popular social commerce site with a strong charitable mission, today announced that Melanie R. Sabelhaus, a long standing business industry and philanthropic leader has joined the Board of Directors.
"We are thrilled that Melanie has joined our Board, as she brings powerful relationships, extensive philanthropic experience, and exceptional business acumen. We love her hands on approach to making things happen and that she shares our belief that together we can change the world through giving," said Nancy Y. Taylor, CEO, Gifts That Give, Inc.
Among her many accomplishments, Ms. Sabelhaus was Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Former President George W. Bush nominated her for the post and the United States Senate unanimously confirmed her. As SBA Deputy Administrator, Ms. Sabelhaus served as second in command- responsible for policy development, program supervision, and lending for the SBA.
Ms. Sabelhaus has devoted her energy and passion toward supporting many non-profits. She is currently Vice Chair of the National Board of the American Red Cross, serves on the Johns Hopkins Health System Board, and previously the Women's Board of the Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. She is a member of the Belezian Grove, an international women's organization and is Chair of the Boston Pops event supporting the Nantucket Cottage Hospital.
"Gifts That Give is focused on redefining the meaning of shopping for a cause and giving charities a new way to engage the public and increased charity visibility," said Melanie Sabelhaus. "I look forward to bringing my business and non-profit experience to the Board to help leverage the company's innovative philosophy and assist Gifts That Give in turning everyday shoppers into philanthropists."
Sabelhaus received a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.
About Gifts That Give, Inc.
Gifts that Give (www.giftsthatgive.com) is a for-profit, highly curated e-commerce destination using the powerful combination of social commerce and social good to grow their consumer base and change the way charities fundraise. On the Gifts That Give website shoppers can find gift and accessory items from upscale designer brands, with a tax-deductible contribution of 20% going to any charitable cause of their choice. Aligned with over 1.2 million charitable partners, the site is for people who love to shop and love to give. The Gifts That Give mission is to turn every day shoppers into philanthropists, with just one click. For more information please contact us at [email protected] or call us 877.388 GIVE (4483).
SOURCE Gifts That Give, Inc.
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