Managing Director

ABOUT US

The Aspen Institute

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.

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Weave

Weave: The Social Fabric Project was founded by New York Times columnist and author David Brooks and is housed at the Aspen Institute. Weave supports individuals who are actively fostering trust, connection, and belonging in their communities—people we call “Weavers.” Acting as a backbone organization, Weave empowers these grassroots trust-brokers through resources, storytelling, and initiatives like the Weaver Awards, amplifying their efforts to heal societal divides and strengthen the social fabric.

At its core, Weave addresses the critical issue of broken social trust that has left Americans divided, isolated, and unable to tackle shared challenges. Without trust, we cannot achieve individual happiness and equity, build resilient communities, or sustain a healthy democracy. By identifying and supporting those quietly working to reconnect America’s communities, Weave is helping to bridge divides and create a more unified, compassionate society.

Weave works in three ways:

• We support the people (“weavers”) who are spreading trust and tackling important issues in their neighborhoods by providing them with resources and connection to a community of other weavers
• We lift up these often under-appreciated trust builders to be seen as resources and leaders of community change
• We inspire new generations of weavers

Why Join Weave

• Impactful Work: Play a leading role in a movement that is transforming communities across the country.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values relationships, trust, and authentic connection.
• Growth Opportunity: Contribute to and shape the scaling of Weave’s impactful programs.

Learn more and read stories of weavers at WeAreWeavers.org

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Managing Director will play a critical leadership role in advancing Weave’s mission to identify and support people who are strengthening America’s communities. This role focuses on day-to-day program management, delivery, and strategy execution, while the Executive Director focuses on strategic vision and long-term sustainability. The Managing Director will ensure that program execution aligns with Weave’s broader strategic goals.