Jillian Collins

Jillian is a highly-organized project manager with a dynamic background across multiple industries in the public & private sector; from adaptive technology & special education to event production, business development, cannabis startups, construction management, and nonprofit management. Primary focus is operational efficiencies and building frameworks for successful teams. While supporting various local nonprofits over the past 20 years, she dedicated her career to expanding resources, services, and opportunities through strategic partnerships and charitable initiatives. As a UC San Diego graduate in Human Development Sciences, Jillian combines analytical expertise with human-centered leadership to drive meaningful change. Jillian is a versatile and results-driven leader with a distinguished career spanning nonprofit leadership, business development, event production, special education, leading multi-million dollar startups, and project management across both the public and private sectors. She thrives in high-impact environments, operational efficiency, and organizational growth, seamlessly navigating complex challenges with a data-driven yet empathetic approach. As the strategic force behind COSF, Jillian ensures the success of mission-driven partnerships, inspiring her team to take bold action and drive innovation. Her unwavering commitment to empowering communities, strengthening organizations, and advancing impactful growth continues to shape a legacy of transformation and purpose-driven outcomes.

community building, access to education, and advocacy for underserved populations through shared resources and collective intelligence.