Emily Spranger was ICIJ's development manager from 2021 to 2023. She coordinated all of the administrative aspects of ICIJ's fund development and donor communication activities.

Before ICIJ, she worked at the Institute for Nonprofit News where she helped nonprofit news organizations across the United States increase their fundraising effectiveness. Previously, she's coordinated fundraising efforts for arts organizations and libraries across Michigan. She specializes in database management, prospect research, and donor stewardship coordination.