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Kaleo Waxman

Director Of Development at Art in Action

Kaleo Waxman has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of development and fundraising. Kaleo recently worked as the Director of Development at Art in Action, where they focused on providing students with an equitable education through diverse visual arts curricula. Prior to this, they served as a Nonprofit Advancement Strategist at Arora Collective, where they provided strategic fundraising counsel to various non-profit organizations in the Bay Area.

Kaleo has also worked for the Vista Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, holding the positions of Director of Development and Associate Director of Development. During their time at Vista Center, they oversaw all development and public relations activities, including writing and producing newsletters, marketing collateral, and media relations materials. Kaleo also played a key role in expanding the organization's social media presence and creating integrated multi-channel campaigns for fundraising and donor cultivation.

Before joining Vista Center, Kaleo worked as a Programs/Events & Brand-Development Strategist at FKW Consulting, where they offered comprehensive strategic marketing and fundraising consulting services to various organizations. Kaleo also worked at Sofia University USA, where they served as the Director of Public Programs and Director of External Relations. In these roles, they produced, directed, and marketed high impact public programs, managed communications and public relations efforts, and developed partnerships with national and international organizations.

Earlier in their career, Kaleo worked as an Assistant Director of Alumni Relations at Stanford University's Office of Medical Development. Kaleo was responsible for establishing and expanding strategic alumni events and fostering stronger relationships between the university and its alumni. Additionally, they served as the Manager of Administration and Marketing at Apogee Consulting Group, where they helped establish the business structure for the accounting and marketing departments of a healthcare corporation.

Kaleo's work experience also includes managing international programs at the University of Washington and working as the Deputy Finance Director for Patty Murray's US Senatorial Campaign. In these roles, they promoted cultural diversity and conducted interactive educational outreach programs, as well as designed and implemented fundraising programs.

Throughout their career, Kaleo has demonstrated a strong focus on development, fundraising, marketing, and strategic planning. Kaleo has a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes and creating impactful campaigns for various organizations.

Kaleo Waxman's education history includes a BA in Communication and Marketing from the University of Washington. Additionally, they hold a Certificate in Fund Raising Management from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Kaleo also participated in a full-year exchange program at the University of London's School of Economics, where their field of study was Political Science and Liberal Arts. It is unclear whether Kaleo obtained a degree from the University of London or if they pursued any further education beyond these mentioned experiences.

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  • Director Of Development

    March, 2020 - present