Today, Greater Washington Partnership announced the addition of three distinguished leaders to its Board: Ellen M. Granberg, President of The George Washington University; Patrick Ryan, Managing Partner for the Washington DC Metro Area at KPMG; and Rob Sharps, Chair, President and CEO of T. Rowe Price.
“Ellen, Patrick and Rob bring exceptional leadership, industry expertise and a deep understanding of what it takes to strengthen our region’s economic competitiveness,” said Kathy Hollinger, CEO of the Greater Washington Partnership. “Their insights will be critical as we accelerate efforts to build a resilient economy, expand investments in high-growth industries and ensure the Baltimore-to-Richmond region remains vibrant and prosperous.”
These appointments enhance the Partnership’s cross-sector expertise—bringing together top CEOs and C-suite executives from leading businesses, research universities and non-profits to champion economic growth and prosperity across Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Collectively, Greater Washington Partnership Board organizations have a total direct, indirect and induced economic impact in the region that supports more than 620,000 jobs, $85.4B in total GDP and an economic output of $147.8B.
Ellen M. Granberg, President of GW, is a leader in talent development and research innovation. GW’s addition to the Board underscores the vital connection between academia and industry in preparing the region’s future workforce. “This region has a tremendous opportunity to harness the power of education to drive economic growth and innovation, and I’m honored to help pursue this goal as a member of the Greater Washington Partnership Board,” said Ellen M. Granberg, President of The George Washington University.
Patrick brings deep expertise in professional services and strategic advisory, reinforcing KPMG’s ongoing role in shaping the future of business and talent development in the region.
“I am incredibly honored to continue KPMG’s legacy with the Partnership,” said Patrick Ryan, Managing Partner for the Washington, D.C. Metro Area and the U.S. Federal Government Business Leader of KPMG. “I look forward to bringing my perspectives and experience to the table and playing a role in the growth of the greater Washington region. As we embrace new industries and opportunities, we have the chance to make significant progress, form valuable connections, and shape a brighter future for our communities.”
Rob Sharps serves as the Chair, President and CEO of T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm that plays a critical role in fostering financial stability and long-term economic growth. Under his leadership, T. Rowe Price’s participation in the Partnership will further efforts to enhance economic opportunity and financial resilience in the region.
“I’m honored to join the board of the Greater Washington Partnership,” said Rob Sharps, Chair, President and CEO of T. Rowe Price. “Through this alliance I am excited to collaborate with business, government and community leaders to advance our shared mission—ensuring that the region remains a leading destination to live, work and build a business.”
The addition of these new Board partners underscores the Partnership’s commitment to creating scalable solutions that strengthen the region’s $1.1 trillion economy (GDP). With the collective expertise of our business, academic and nonprofit leaders, we will continue driving skills and talent, regional mobility, infrastructure and inclusive economic growth progress across the Baltimore-to-Richmond corridor in service of the region’s nearly 10.5 million residents.
