Fulfillment Fund Names Perika Sampson as Chief Executive Officer
Fulfillment Fund is proud to announce the appointment of Perika Sampson as Chief Executive Officer.
Perika is a seasoned executive with more than two decades of senior leadership experience across Fortune 500 companies with a strong record of nonprofit and national board service. She has guided organizations through periods of transformation, bringing deep expertise in organizational strategy and leadership development.
Over the past several months, the Fulfillment Fund community has had the privilege of witnessing Perika’s leadership firsthand during her tenure as Interim CEO. Her strategic instincts, sound judgment, and collaborative approach consistently inspired those around her, positioning Fulfillment Fund for continued growth and impact.
I care deeply about our mission because it reflects the work I’ve led over the past decade, partnering with administrators, deans, and faculty nationwide, especially across colleges and universities committed to serving underrepresented students—to strengthen early-career, diverse talent pipelines. At its core, this work is about equity, access, and expanding pathways for underserved communities. – Perika Sampson
Board Chair Wendy Spinner added: “We are delighted to appoint Perika as CEO of Fulfillment Fund. During her time as Interim CEO, she demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic clarity. Perika brings a compelling vision for long-term sustainability and a deep commitment to expanding the partnerships and resources that power our mission. We are confident she is the right leader for this moment and for the future ahead.”
Perika is an alumna of University of California, Los Angeles, and is actively engaged in her community. She serves on the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association, Los Angeles County and is a founding board member of the Business Alliance of Colleges & Employers (BACE), where she has served for more than five years. Across her board service, she champions initiatives that expand opportunity, strengthen community resilience, and connect education to career pathways.
Under Perika’s leadership, Fulfillment Fund is well positioned to amplify our impact, continuing to help students access college and graduate as career-ready professionals.
Reach out to Perika at: psampson@fulfillment.org
