Jamie Moon serves as President and CEO of the Institute for Child Success (ICS), where he drives the organization’s strategic growth, national partnerships, and cross-sector initiatives focused on improving outcomes for children and families. Since 2012, Jamie has transformed the organization from a regional nonprofit into a nationally recognized leader in early childhood policy, innovation, systems change, and advocacy. Under his leadership, ICS has expanded its national footprint, scaled innovative initiatives across multiple states, and strengthened cross-sector partnerships to support young children nationwide. 

Prior Leadership Experience 

• Executive Director, Center for Developmental Services (CDS): Led a public-private partnership serving over 6,000 children annually with developmental delays in Greenville, SC. He successfully strengthened organizational governance and increased revenue through enhanced fundraising. 

• Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Department of State: Managed complex diplomatic and consular affairs in Havana, Cuba, and Mexico City, Mexico. During his tenure, he received the Meritorious Honor Award for managing politically sensitive visa matters. 

Civic Leadership & Recognition  

Deeply engaged in community and philanthropic initiatives, Jamie’s current and past board service includes: 

• Board of Directors, United Way of Greenville County (and its Community Impact Council) 

• Vice President, College of Charleston Alumni Association Board 

• Board Member & Founding Member, Nicholtown Child and Family Collaborative 

• Past Chair, Together SC’s Advocacy Allies 

• Committee Member, Greenville Community Foundation’s Capacity Building Grants Committee 

• Advisory Council Member, Sisters of Charity South Carolina Kinship Care 

Jamie is a graduate of the Riley Institute at Furman University’s Diversity Leaders Initiative. His advocacy has earned the Rotary Club of Greenville’s Literacy Champion Award and the Child Advocacy Award from the South Carolina Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.  

Education 

 A South Carolina native, Jamie holds a Bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston and a Master’s degree in International Affairs from American University. He also completed advanced diplomacy and Spanish language training through the Foreign Service Institute.