Linda McCracken Named to List of the Most Influential Woman in Bay Area Business
April 24, 2009

Linda McCracken, President, Junior Achievement of Northern California.

Residence:  Danville

Education:  B.S. Communications with a minor in marketing, Texas A&M University; Stanford Executive Program for Non-Profit Leaders.

Community Involvement:  Rolling HIlls Chapter of National Charity League; MVHS Site Council; Alliance of Chief Executives.

Proudest Professional Accomplishment:  It's knowing that our staff, volunteers and partners literally change lives.  The impact of our financial programs benefit communities for generations.

Advice for Young Women:  The world we live in is changing rapidly.  Collaboration and entrepreneurship is essential to the lasting solution.

Strategy for Success in a Tough Economy:  Do more with less.  And don't stop asking.  Now more than ever we need support from our friends.

What Makes You Influential:  The secret to success lies in mobilizing others.  It's more about starting a movement that puts inspiring kids and their dreams in the hearts and minds of millions of volunteers.