Angela P. Christiana
Interim Executive Director at Calestous Juma Legacy Foundation- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Harvard Kennedy School Executive EducationMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Leadership, Organizing and Action: Leading Change
Harvard Kennedy School Executive EducationJun, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Calestous Juma Legacy Foundation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interim Executive Director
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Jun 2021 - Present
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Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Deputy Chapter Leader - Leadership development & mentoring
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Mar 2021 - Present
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Chapter Leader, Massachusetts
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Nov 2018 - Mar 2021
Oversees the growth and development of the Massachusetts volunteer leadership team (~90 people) and the activities of ~2500 active volunteers. Leads and coaches the senior team to set strategic priorities, develop operational plans, and help volunteer teams meet their goals. Monitors, evaluates and provides feedback to 10 volunteer teams.Maintains a fluid and effective working relationship between volunteers and staff. Acts as primary spokesperson at high-profile public events and for media interviews. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with coalitions and other gun violence prevention organizations in the state and region. Fosters relationships with local community-led partner organizations.
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Boston Metro Local Group Lead
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Oct 2017 - Nov 2018
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African Food and Peace Foundation, 501(c)(3) USA
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United States
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Fundraising
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Operations
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Oct 2011 - Jun 2018
Providing leadership and implementation of strategic initiatives for growth and sustainability of internationally focused 501(c)3 charitable foundation. Primary driver of day to day operations, responsible for communications, finance, administration and human resources. Leading contributor to fundraising and strategic partnership management. Manages 4 staff members. Providing leadership and implementation of strategic initiatives for growth and sustainability of internationally focused 501(c)3 charitable foundation. Primary driver of day to day operations, responsible for communications, finance, administration and human resources. Leading contributor to fundraising and strategic partnership management. Manages 4 staff members.
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Coro Allegro
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United States
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Musicians
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Development - Volunteer position
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2009 - 2011
Responsible for creating and implementing all Development strategies (Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Grants, Events, Auction) including donor cultivation and stewardship while engaging volunteers on all Development sub committees (about 7 people) and overseeing implementation of new CRM software. Began as Annual Fund Chair and was promoted following successful campaign that increased donor base (24%) and Annual Fund income (23%). Responsible for creating and implementing all Development strategies (Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Grants, Events, Auction) including donor cultivation and stewardship while engaging volunteers on all Development sub committees (about 7 people) and overseeing implementation of new CRM software. Began as Annual Fund Chair and was promoted following successful campaign that increased donor base (24%) and Annual Fund income (23%).
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Personal Executive Assistant
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2004 - 2008
Responsibile for all personal affairs of high profile, high net-worth couple.Proactively managed busy schedule including frequent travel, social and charitable functions, and business meetings.Event planning, ranging from intimate dinners with friends to a very successful 3-day gala in Italy for 200 people.Planned luxury travel arrangements with detailed itineraries, domestic and international coordination, private jets, and last minute travel changes.Managed administration of professional international sailing team; travel, bookkeeping, insurance, fleet administration, etc.Supervised 3 high-value households, including one in London; coordinated all household staff and contractors.Managed large inventory of artwork and antiques, ensuring sufficient and accurate insurance on properties.Bookkeeping, bill paying and reconciliation of several sizable accounts; consulted with CPA on taxes.Polished written and verbal communication with diverse high-profile contacts.Coordinated charitable giving, researched donation requests and proposals.Trained and supervised junior assistant.
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Education
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Northwestern University
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance -
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts, Cognitive Science -
Florida State University
Master’s Degree, Voice and Opera