Kory Saunders

Kory Saunders, MBA, has a diverse range of work experience in various roles and organizations. Kory is currently working as the Director of Inclusion Initiatives at AIFS Abroad since January 2022. Previously, they served as the Chief Kultural Kurator at Kultural Kurators starting in December 2019. Prior to that, Kory worked at North Carolina State University as an Assistant Director for Strategic Marketing, Diversity & Inclusion, as well as an International Programs Coordinator. Kory also worked as a Study Abroad Coordinator at Columbus State University. In addition, Kory participated in the NAFSA Academy Cohort 13 program during their time at NAFSA: Association of International Educators. Kory has also held positions at Montclair State University, Essex County College, Bloomfield College, University of North Carolina Wilmington, and Newsweek.

Kory Saunders, MBA (She/Her), has a diverse education history. Kory obtained a Master of Arts in International Business with a focus on International Marketing from the University of Valencia in 2010-2011. During the same time period, they also completed an MBA in the International MBA Program at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In 2007, Kory attended New York University, although no specific degree is mentioned. Kory graduated from Hampton University in 2005 with a BS in Marketing and a BA in Spanish, achieving Suma Cum Laude and Highest Honors College Distinction. Additionally, in 2002, they participated in a Spanish Summer Language Intensive Program at Middlebury College.

Kory has also obtained various certifications related to diversity, inclusion, and change management. Kory earned a Change Management Certificate from Cornell University (obtained year unspecified), a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University in 2021, an Inclusive Excellence Certificate from North Carolina State University in 2021, and an Equal Opportunity Institute Certificate from North Carolina State University in 2019.