YVONNE E. WALKER

Yvonne E. Walker is a seasoned nonprofit leader, arts advocate, and financial professional with extensive experience in board governance, organizational leadership, and community engagement. A graduate of Sojourner-Douglass College with a degree in Business Administration, she currently serves as a Budget Analyst for Baltimore City Public Schools and brings more than 49 years of expertise in operations management and customer service.

Miss Walker has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to advancing the arts through her service on several nonprofit boards. She currently serves on the Boards of Directors of the Stephanie Powell Danse Ensemble and Dance Baltimore! She previously served as Board Chair of the International Association of Blacks in Dance, where she provided strategic leadership, strengthened organizational governance, and supported initiatives that advanced the organization's mission and impact.

Her dedication to civic engagement extends beyond the arts. Miss Walker is a Silver Lifetime Member of the NAACP and serves as an elementary school literacy instructor with Reading Partners, Inc., reflecting her commitment to education, mentorship, and community service.



Miss Walker's leadership and philanthropic contributions have been recognized by numerous organizations. She was honored as Woman of the Year by Justice, Unity, Generosity, Service, Inc. (J.U.G.S.) and named Philanthropist of the Year by the International Association of Black Triathletes. In 2024, she received recognition from the Patapsco River Chapter of The Links, Incorporated for her outstanding work as an Arts Administrator and advocate for the cultural community.

Through her extensive board service, financial acumen, and passion for strengthening organizations, Miss Walker continues to provide thoughtful leadership and strategic guidance that supports sustainable growth and meaningful community impact.