Khalisa Jacobs

Khalisa Jacobs is an accomplished development and communications professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as Chief Of Staff and Director Of Development at Achieving the Dream since July 2018, Khalisa also holds the position of Senior Director of Development and Communications at Break the Cycle since October 2014. Previous roles include Senior Director of Development at Year Up, Director of Development at the National Peace Corps Association, and Manager of Major Gifts at Population Services International. Khalisa's early career includes positions such as Major Gifts Officer at the University of Virginia and Assistant Director of Major Gifts at Georgetown University, culminating with an internship at Gator Boosters, Inc. at the University of Florida. Khalisa holds an MBA from the University of Florida and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia.