Lashunte Portrey

LaShunte Portrey, MA, serves as the Sr. Director of Business Development for Strategic Accounts at Lions & Tigers since March 2024, focusing on developing strong relationships with mid-market and enterprise clients. Prior to this role, Portrey was the Director of Talent for Strategic Accounts & Client Partnerships at Simplicity Consulting, where efforts centered on matching expertise with high-impact projects. Experience includes serving as the Assistant Director of Global Talent at Pepperdine University, implementing strategies that enhanced diversity hiring outcomes, and as the Sr. Director of College Counseling at Pacifica Christian High School, where successful programs increased college acceptances significantly. Previous roles also include head positions at Biola University and various educational institutions, alongside a substantial background in fundraising at Focus in Africa. Educational background comprises a Master of Arts in Philosophy and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Torrey Honors College.