Becky Dearden is a connector at heart and a strategist by trade. As the Marketing Director for the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, she channels her passion for people and place into storytelling, leadership, and meaningful community impact. With past roles at SME CPAs and the Augusta Symphony, Becky brings a rich blend of corporate savvy and nonprofit soul.

A 2021 Augusta Magazine Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch honoree, Becky is deeply rooted in community service. Her volunteer leadership includes roles with the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce (Board Chair), the North Augusta Public Safety Foundation (Vice Chair), AUSA Fort Eisenhower Chapter (Past VP of Communications)and numerous education and workforce committees across the CSRA. She’s also a proud alumna of both the Augusta and Columbia County Leadership programs.

Whether she’s building brands, strengthening partnerships, or championing causes, Becky’s mission is simple: to help communities and the people in them thrive.