Basta is a nonprofit closing the employment gap for first-generation students. Our model builds a bridge between employers and an untapped talent pipeline. 

We do this through rigorous career-prep programs that directly support students in securing great jobs and internships. We also form strategic partnerships with the larger higher-ed and nonprofit ecosystem to scale students’ access to high-quality career prep and with employers to build a talent pipeline for all their hiring needs.

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BASTA

BASTA's headquarters in Brooklyn, NY, United States

Sheila Saremzadeh

Amber Field

Christina Chinnici

Sonia Atsegbua

Johanna Meadows

The Leadership Team at Basta is responsible for setting the strategic vision and direction of the organization, fostering key partnerships, and ensuring effective implementation of career-prep programs. They focus on expanding the reach of Basta's initiatives, maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, and driving organizational growth to close the employment gap for first-generation students.

Leadership Team

The Career Success Team at Basta plays a pivotal role in empowering first-generation students by providing comprehensive career preparation and guidance. They deliver personalized coaching, facilitate career-readiness workshops, and assist with resume building to ensure students are well-equipped to secure internships and high-quality job opportunities. Additionally, they maintain and nurture relationships with educational institutions and employers to bolster the talent pipeline and bridge the employment gap.

Career Success Team

The Operations Team at Basta is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the organization's career-prep programs. This includes managing logistical details, coordinating program activities, and streamlining internal processes. They work closely with students, staff, and partners to facilitate successful outcomes and maintain high quality standards in program delivery.

Operations Team

The Partnerships and Growth team at Basta is dedicated to expanding the organization's reach and impact through strategic collaborations. They forge relationships with universities, employers, and other nonprofit entities to broaden access to high-quality career preparation for first-generation students. By building and sustaining these partnerships, the team ensures a robust talent pipeline for employer hiring needs and scales the availability of career-prep programs across various educational and nonprofit sectors.

Partnerships and Growth

The Data and Analytics Team at BASTA is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data to drive strategic decision-making and program enhancements. The team supports the organization by measuring the effectiveness of career-prep programs, optimizing student outcomes, and providing data-driven insights to foster partnerships with educational institutions and employers.

BASTA

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Leadership Team

Career Success Team

Operations Team

Partnerships and Growth

Data and Analytics Team

Offices

BASTA

Org chart

Teams

Leadership Team

Career Success Team

Operations Team

Partnerships and Growth

Data and Analytics Team

Offices

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