Catherine L.

Catherine L. is an experienced development and operations professional with a robust background in nonprofit management. Currently serving as a Senior Director for Development & Operations at BlackStar and as a Board Member for the Asian Arts Initiative, Catherine's previous roles include Director of Development at Fleisher Art Memorial, where oversight of major gifts and membership programs was paramount, and Senior Advancement Officer at the Smithsonian Institution, focusing on fundraising infrastructure. Catherine began their career at Asian Arts Initiative, progressing from Development and Communications Associate to Manager, achieving substantial funding and enhancing external communications. With a Master of Public Administration from the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance at the University of Washington, Catherine combines academic expertise with practical experience across various organizations.