Deb Stuligross

Deb Stuligross

Technology & AI for Social Impact

An entrepreneurial leader helping nonprofits build the understanding and confidence to adopt AI responsibly. I bring decades of software and IT experience, now focused on making emerging technologies accessible and ethical for mission-driven organizations.

What I Do

AI Literacy & Training

Workshops, sprints, and one-on-one coaching for nonprofits navigating AI adoption — from policy and ethics to practical, mission-aligned use.

Speaking & Education

Numerous talks and keynotes reaching hundreds of nonprofit leaders on AI strategy, ethics, environmental impact, and responsible implementation.

Writing

StrefaTECH — over a hundred articles on AI and technology for the social sector, written for practitioners who are curious but not necessarily technical.

Experience

AI Literacy Lead
2024 – present
Founder & CEO
2023 – present
Executive In Residence, Technology
2016 – present
Volunteer (AI & Technology)
2018 – present
Co-host, AI Academy Webinar Series
2024

Board & Advisory Work

Speaking & Presentations

A sample of recent engagements.

CFMC CEO Network
AI Strategy for Nonprofit Leaders
Food Rescue Conference
AI for Nonprofits
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Nonprofits and AI: Benefits, Uses, and Cautionary Tales
GPNP
AI: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Roundtable Technology / NYSCAA
Jefferson Regional Foundation
Intro to AI for Nonprofits
tHRive
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Related to Adopting AI in a Nonprofit
Pittsburgh Salesforce Nonprofit User Group
AI and Salesforce

Background

My roots are in engineering and software — I hold an M.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from Penn State, and spent years in technical leadership roles including VP of Engineering at a pioneering simulation software company and Director of IT at Eaton, a Fortune 500 global manufacturer.

For the past decade I've been all-in on the nonprofit sector, advising organizations of all sizes on technology strategy, CRM, and now AI — serving as a volunteer, board member, and trusted advisor to dozens of mission-driven organizations.

"I spent decades in technical leadership before pivoting fully to the nonprofit sector — which means I can translate between the engineering mindset and the mission-driven world."

Let's Connect

I'm always happy to meet people doing thoughtful work at the intersection of technology and mission. Whether you're exploring a collaboration, looking for a speaker, or just want to compare notes — reach out.