Laysha Ward served as Executive Vice President, Chief External Engagement Officer for Target Corporation.
In this role, Ward oversaw Target’s enterprise wide approach to engage and deepen cross sector stakeholder relations to drive positive business and community impact.
In 2008, President Bush nominated and the U.S. Senate confirmed Ward to serve on the board of directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service. She continued on the board under the Obama Administration, where she served as board chair.
Ward is a member of the Economic Clubs of Chicago and New York, and Women Corporate Directors – Tampa Bay Chapter. She serves on the nonprofit boards of the Minnesota Orchestra and the Northside Achievement Zone, as well as the board of Minnesota Sports and Events.
Ward received a Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and a Master’s degree from the University of Chicago.
