Emily Joslin

Philanthropic Advisor

Emily joined Gulf Coast Community Foundation in 2024 after serving as the Associate Director of Development at the Ringling Museum where she ran the Circle Program for key donors. A senior level executive with 25 plus years experience in finance, philanthropy, marketing and media, Emily works directly with donors to realize their philanthropic goals and maximize their impact in her role as a Philanthropic Advisor.

Before moving to Sarasota, Emily worked in New York City in the finance sector, where she led marketing strategies and created bespoke programs for high-net-worth clients at UBS Financial Services, Barclays PLC, and Lehman Brothers. She founded her own kids' philanthropy program called Compass Kids which led the Robin Hood Foundation to consult with her to create Robin Hood Kids, their own family philanthropy program. Emily holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont and an MBA from the University of Denver.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her family, boating, walking on the beach, Pilates and yoga. She loves to travel to experience other cultures and is a true crime junkie.

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