Emma Lindrose-Siegel – Chief Development Officer

An experienced fundraiser with a demonstrated history of working in non-profit development and managing successful capital campaigns, Emma has raised over $34 million for Texas organizations and brings a proven track record of success and first-hand conservation experience with one of Texas’ four great springs, Barton Springs. A Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Emma’s expertise crosses all aspects of development, strategic planning, assessment, major gifts, staffing/professional searches and feasibility studies. Prior to joining Great Springs Project, Emma served as the Executive Director of the Barton Springs Conservancy, where she led the organization in an early completion of the capital campaign to rehabilitate the historic Barton Springs Pool Bathhouse.  Emma’s experience working with the city council, county officeholders, parks department staff, and engaged community leaders informs her dedicated civic approach to attract sustaining support for the Great Springs Project. Previously, Emma served as Senior Director of Major Gifts for Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas, Interim Executive Director and Development Director for the Colorado River Alliance and Director of Grants & Foundation Relations for the LIFT Alliance (Austin Children’s Shelter & SafePlace). Emma holds a Bachelors of Arts in English Composition & Environmental Ethics with honors from University of North Texas.  Emma has a personal passion for the springs as a loyal swimmer at Barton Springs Pool.