Clarissa Parrish Short

Clarissa Parrish Short is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Associate Director of Operations for DePaul Executive Education, focusing on developing socially responsible business leaders. With a rich background that includes a role as a Regular Chorister - Alto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Clarissa has also contributed to the philanthropic sector as a Business Development Operations Manager at Grenzebach Glier and Associates. Previous experience includes serving as Business Manager for the College of Arts and Sciences at Northeastern Illinois University and working as an Office Administrator in the Office of University Budgets. Early career experience includes administrative support at McDonald Jacobs, P.C. Clarissa holds a Master of Music in Music Performance, Vocal/Opera from Manhattan School of Music and a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance, Vocal/Opera from James Madison University.