Oakland, CA, USA
Faith Community: Christianity
Dennis Franklin is a seasoned business executive and advisor with deep experience in operations, finance, and cross-sector partnerships. Over the course of his career, he has led P&L teams, built vendor and community partnerships, and implemented budgeting, forecasting, and risk-management systems that improved transparency and long-term sustainability.
His work has included developing new programs and social-impact initiatives, professionalizing back-office functions (HR, compliance, and procurement), and mentoring emerging leaders to scale results responsibly. Dennis is known for translating strategy into execution—aligning people, processes, and technology to deliver measurable outcomes.
As a member of URI’s Senior Advisory Council, Dennis brings practical, business-tested tools to help strengthen organizational capacity across URI’s global network. He supports the Executive Director, Global Council, and regional leaders with guidance on financial stewardship, operational excellence, and partnership development—ensuring resources are managed ethically and deployed where they create the greatest interfaith impact. His collaborative approach and commitment to transparent governance reinforce URI’s mission to foster peacebuilding, dialogue, and cooperation across communities worldwide.