Lydia M.

Lydia M. has extensive experience in operations management, finance, and administrative roles within non-profit and corporate sectors. Currently serving as a Board Member on the Finance & Audit Committee for Chashama since April 2017, Lydia previously held multiple positions at The Durst Organization from November 2016 to January 2024, culminating as Office Operations Manager. Notable contributions include serving as Treasurer on the Executive Committee of Coney Island USA and working as a Financial & Transition Management Consultant during a critical organizational transition. Lydia's career at Chashama spanned from August 2010 to October 2016, where responsibilities included general management, office administration, and development finance. Additional early career positions in gallery management and hospitality further complement Lydia's diverse skill set. Educational credentials include a Certificate in Data Visualization and two Bachelor's degrees in Business Administration and Art History from Stony Brook University, along with an Associate's degree in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology.