John Bourdeaux

John Bourdeaux has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. John is currently serving as the President and Head of Business Development at AdvanceCT, a nonprofit organization focused on economic competitiveness and business development in Connecticut. Prior to this role, they were the Chief of Staff at AdvanceCT, where they collaborated with various stakeholders to implement economic development solutions for the state.

Before joining AdvanceCT, John held the position of Vice President of Advancement at the Connecticut Science Center. In this role, they led the development and marketing efforts to promote science education and foster innovative learning experiences for families and schools in Connecticut. John contributed to the center's mission of developing future thinkers and inventors in the field of science and technology.

John has also worked as the Director of Development at Hartford Stage, a prestigious theater company. John played a key role in leading fundraising activities to support the theater's mission of enlightening, entertaining, and educating audiences through transformative theatrical productions.

Additionally, John served as the Director of Development at the Partnership for Strong Communities, where they focused on solving homelessness, creating affordable housing, and developing strong communities. John utilized their skills in fundraising and networking to engage civic and political support for these causes.

Prior to these positions, John worked as an independent development consultant, providing their expertise to various organizations. John also served as the Assistant Director of Major Gifts at Yale University, the Director of The Hotchkiss Fund at The Hotchkiss School, and the Associate Director of Annual Giving at the University of Chicago.

Earlier in their career, John held the role of Director of Strategic Marketing at FatWire Software, a company specializing in web content management solutions.

Overall, John Bourdeaux's work experience demonstrates a track record of leading and managing development and fundraising efforts across diverse sectors, contributing to the growth and success of various organizations.

John Bourdeaux attended The Hotchkiss School from 1987 to 1991. After completing their secondary education, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of Chicago from 1991 to 1995.