Woman of the Week – Tracy Harbold

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Tracy Kirby Harbold

My Current Job/Company:
Executive Director, Upper Arlington Community Foundation

My Work:
I work with donors in Upper Arlington to help them achieve their philanthropic passions to enhance the lives of UA residents. I also raise funds and manage grant making. I am honored to have the privilege to help people make a positive impact in the world through giving.

My Passion:
My family and my community.

My Family:
Brent, my husband, Max, my son, two step-children, Jenna and Jacob and our dog, Stella.

My Hero or Heroes:
My parents. Pete and Rita Kirby – had 11 children (I am youngest!) and were married almost 65 years before my father passed in 2012. They led by example of what love for family, God and their neighbors meant through great work ethic, volunteerism and giving.

My Escape:
A beach vacation with my amazing husband and family.

My Pet Peeve:
Allergies and negativity.

My Indulgence:
Sleeping in and massages.

My Roots:
A big, loud, hardworking family that played, fought and prayed together.

My Future:
Full of hope and love.

My Favorite Quote:
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” ~Winston Churchill

My Accessory:
A great bag and a smile.

My advice to Young Women:
Love yourself first and surround yourself with people who challenge and support you.

How I Balance it All:
Lists, lots of lists and a small circle of people who love and support me.