

Meet Attending Candidates
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Ashley E.
Versatile Operations Manager
A versatile and results-driven professional with 6+ years of operations management experience in the mobile food service industry, complemented by diverse experience in customer service, team leadership, and operations. Expertise in strategic planning, process improvement, revenue generation, and team leadership. Proven ability to conceptualize market-driven products, drive sales growth, and optimize operations for efficiency. Skilled in customer service, inventory management, marketing, and employee relations.

Christine G.
Marketing
Nonprofit marketing generalist building connection, engagement, and demand for educational events and training. Improve processes in marketing operations and client services using CRM system infrastructure (Hubspot-certified) and website management. Ensure a smooth, branded customer journey for full-cycle B2B event management. Strongly aligned to mission-driven work and its social impact, deliver results through strategic collaboration, troubleshooting, and meticulous attention to detail.

Lena K
Public Policy/International Development
Accomplished senior operations leader with over 14 years of experience driving crisis management, political transition, and rapid-response programs in complex environments. Proven expertise in managing multi-disciplinary teams, overseeing budgets and procurement processes, and developing policies to improve operational efficiency. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, strategic decision-making, and organizational change management. Strong track record of guiding organizations through high-stakes challenges while ensuring business continuity and resource optimization. Holds an MPA from Princeton University.

Lisa R.
Relationship builder | Growth Accelerator | Project Manager - Insurance & Entrepreneurial Experience
Versatile project management professional with a strong business acumen from corporate experience in insurance, healthcare, and business management. Skilled in sales, client management, risk analysis and underwriting. Proactively meets business targets leveraging relationship building, removing barriers to success, and guiding team members to the next level.

Madina B.
Program & Project Manager | Operations & Process Improvement | Financial Acumen | Compliance
Program manager who enjoys leading projects to success by ensuring efficiency and compliance at every stage. Uses process optimization and meticulous budget management, to deliver projects in scope and on-time, while meeting goals. Good at translating client/beneficiary needs into scalable and actionable solutions whether it's hyper-local community organizing or a complex global collaboration. Complements financial acumen with storytelling and diplomatic communication tools to engage cross-functional stakeholders and create meaningful connections.

Sheri W
Multimedia & Creative Director | Creative Strategist | Project Management | Technical Director
Creative visionary with over 10 years of experience in multimedia, animation, branding, and digital marketing. As the Founder & Creative Director of Soothing Ways, I blend artistry with strategic business insights to create compelling visual narratives and immersive brand experiences. My background includes working with top studios like Walt Disney Animation, ESPN, and Cinesite, where I specialized in look development, creative direction, and workflow optimization. Passionate about innovation, I bring a unique mix of technical expertise and artistic vision to every project.