Eboni Boadi has been named the chief development officer for the Richmond Symphony, the organization announced Wednesday.

Ms. Boadi’s selection comes as the symphony aims to enhance its growth and financial stability. As part of the executive team, she will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies.

Ms. Boadi starts with the symphony May 13 and expressed excitement about the opportunity. Her affinity for music and the arts dates back to her childhood, where she began piano lessons and later pursued vocal training.

“Music is an avenue through which people feel seen, inspired, and united,” Ms. Boadi said. “Leading the Richmond Symphony’s efforts to ensure it has every investment it needs, and in the right places, would be one way for me to pay it forward to the next little pigtailed girl who has yet to discover her talents.”

During her tenure at the Student Conservation Association Ms. Boadi served as vice president of philanthropy and played a key role in fundraising efforts. She has also held fundraising positions at national nonprofit organizations.

Ms. Boadi holds a bachelor’s in government and international relations from George Mason University and a master’s in international law and economics from The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies.