Coby Lerner

Coby Lerner has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Coby is currently serving as the Director of Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness at American Jewish World Service (AJWS), where they oversee strategic plan management and implements changes to enhance workflow. Previously, they worked as a Senior Strategist at brightspot strategy for five years, designing strategies to improve learning experiences for clients including universities, libraries, cultural institutions, and tech companies. Coby also has experience in freelance development, an internship at the Brooklyn Museum as an Executive Assistant and Visitor Experience Researcher, and an internship at the Public Art Fund where they researched and authored artist biographies. Additionally, they interned at Christie's, gaining exposure to specialist departments and developing educational programming for the auction process. Coby also had an internship at Alex Cooper Auctioneers, assisting with auctions and working in various departments. Coby's early work experience includes serving as a Board Member at KIPP Baltimore.

Coby Lerner completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, Art History, and Consumer Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania from 2009 to 2013. In 2014, Coby attended Pratt Institute for a brief period, focusing on Drawing, Painting, and Graphic Design. Additionally, in 2011, Coby studied at Goldsmiths College, University of London, but no specific degree or field of study was mentioned. Before attending university, Coby completed their education at Park School of Baltimore from 1995 to 2009, but no degree or field of study was obtained during this time.