Samantha Bours

She/Her

Resourceful | Thoughtful | Wanderer

Experiences Samantha brings into his work

Samantha believes in the power of collective impact and thoughtful partnership. She brings extensive experience in contracts, procurement, compliance, and risk management across nonprofit, international development, and mission-driven organizations. She holds an M.A. in International Development Studies from The George Washington University and dual undergraduate degrees in International Business and Political Science from Pepperdine University. Throughout her career, she has been drawn to work that combines structure, creative problem-solving, and mission-driven impact.

At Multiplier, Samantha enjoys helping teams navigate complex contracting needs in a way that feels practical, collaborative, and solutions oriented. She is especially passionate about creating clear processes, enhancing systems, and supporting equitable contracting practices that balance responsible risk management with strong, community-centered partnerships.

What brings Samantha joy outside of work

Outside of work, Samantha enjoys spending time with family and friends, being near the beach, road tripping to new and familiar places, playing the piano, and taking long hikes with her dog, Blue. She also loves dancing to a new bachata song, paddle boarding, and finding any excuse to be outside.