Laura Kandle

Laura Kandle currently serves as the Director of Museum Operations and Administration at Asia Society since May 2024. Prior positions include Associate Instructor for Nonprofit Financial Management in Columbia University's M.S. in Nonprofit Management program and a senior managerial role at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where responsibilities spanned operations and administration in the Digital Department. Laura has also held significant leadership roles within the International Human Rights Art Festival, including Board President, and has experience with TANENBAUM and The Institute for Academic Development. An educational background includes a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from Columbia University and advanced degrees from The University of Edinburgh in Politics, International Relations, and the Middle East. Laura's diverse professional journey reflects a strong commitment to nonprofit management, education, and cultural institutions.