LEE
Chandni Thakkar is a professional with extensive experience in talent management, learning, and culture, currently serving as the Manager at Leadership for Educational Equity since August 2021, after previously holding the role of Coordinator in the same department. Prior to that, Chandni worked at Georgetown University Law Center as a Business Operations Coordinator and held a position as a Senior Operations Assistant at Booz Allen Hamilton. Additional experience includes an internship at The Phillips Collection focused on strategic partnerships and outreach, and a role as a co-facilitator for the American University Experience at American University. Chandni's earlier positions include working as a Programming Coordinator and Orientation Leader at American University and as a Legislative Intern for Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Chandni holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from American University, awarded in 2019.
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LEE
LEE is a diverse network of equity-minded leaders at all stages of life and career. By providing 1:1 coaching, meaningful member-to-member connections, and skill-building opportunities, we help our network members do the work needed to ensure an equitable education for children everywhere – whether that’s organizing within their local communities, exploring careers in policy and advocacy, or pursuing elected office. LEE is a free membership organization currently open to alumni of several partner organizations including Teach For America, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), New Leaders, Latinos for Education, Urban Teachers, Public Allies, and School Board Partners. LEE believes that when a diverse group of leaders, grounded in a commitment to equity, are in leadership roles, they will serve as a transformative force for and with students and communities. We are an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is honored to have been selected as a LATINA Style 50 Award recipient and a When Work Works award recipient. We are also an Employer of National Service. If you would like to become part of our team and join the fight for educational equity, or if you would simply like to learn more, please visit wearelee.org.