Gloria Crockett, CEO

Make-A-Wish Orange County & Inland Empire

Gloria Crockett is a highly skilled nonprofit executive with more than 25 years of experience in organizational development, fundraising and program development, board leadership and strategic planning. She brings an extensive background in working with national teams of dedicated individuals representing multiple major markets to move forward bottom-line objectives that are both strategic and empowering. Crockett, president and chief executive officer of Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire, has been granting wishes since September 2019. When presented the opportunity to take the lead at the organization, she could not pass on the once-in-a-lifetime chance to advance the vision of the foundation. She immediately implemented her strategic initiatives and priorities in partnership with a passionate staff, board of directors and other key stakeholders of Make-A-Wish OCIE by granting wishes that provide joy and hope to children. Her commitment to provide uplifting support to families facing difficult times due to hardships associated with children battling critical illnesses remains unmatched.