Decision Makers: C. Annie Magnant of Science Museum of Virginia Foundation

New position: executive director, Science Museum of Virginia Foundation

Previous position: president, Arthritis Foundation, Virginia Chapter

Birthplace: Pottsville, Pa.

Education: bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Bucknell University

Career: production supervisor, Anheuser-Busch; regional director, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Best career move: "From production management into the nonprofit arena as a result of volunteering."

Best advice ever received: "Treat others as you wish to be treated. Sometimes it's best to pause for a moment and think what it would be like to be in the other person's situation."

Most difficult situation faced on the job: "Being on the startup team for a new brewery."

Career tip for students: "Show up with a positive attitude."

What motivates her? "Creating a 'wow' experience for donors and volunteers."

Role model: "Those who serve our country in the military."

Family: husband, David; children, Briana, Michael and Maggie

Pastimes: "Knitting, traveling and reconnecting with old friends who are also empty-nesters."

Most memorable book: "Looking for Trouble" by Ralph Peters

Favorite food: "Anything I don't have to cook. I'm a disaster in the kitchen."

Ideal vacation: "Shopping in NYC, LA or London with our daughters."