Phillip Lanham

Phillip P. Lanham is responsible for the leadership of Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast) as president and CEO, including organizational strategy and programs, operations, and investments. 

Phillip has been leading Gulf Coast since June 2023, working with the Board of Directors and staff on advancing Gulf Coast’s three priority areas - mental health, affordable housing, and green space + water quality. Under his leadership, Gulf Coast has launched an ambitious three-year strategy to grow its impact in collaboration with donors.

Phillip's commitment to community service is unwavering. He serves on the boards of the Florida Chamber Foundation, Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, and Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. He believes that working towards the greater good has been the hallmark of his career.

Phillip has built a reputation as an accomplished executive leader with a strong background in creating results-driven strategies. His 20-plus-year career is a testament to his dedication to philanthropy. Before joining Gulf Coast, Phillip served as chief philanthropy officer at Greater Cincinnati Foundation, where he successfully led the philanthropic partnerships team in providing strategic guidance for relationships with donors, nonprofits, businesses, and private foundations.

Phillip and Tami, his wife, are proud parents to two boys who share a love of football and the beach. His hobbies include traveling, watching football, and downhill skiing.