Laura Cole Stephens

Laura Cole Stephens has an extensive work experience spanning over two decades. Their most recent position was as the Director of Development, New York and DC Region at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), which they held from 2019 to the present. Prior to that, they served as a Major Gift Officer at NRDC from 2016 to 2019.

Before joining NRDC, Laura worked at WNET New York Public Media as a Principal Gift Officer from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, they were the Managing Director, Philanthropic Leadership Circle at Teach For America from 2012 to 2014.

Their earlier experience includes a role as the Regional Director of Capital Giving at Harvard University from 2008 to 2012. Laura Cole also served as the Director of Business Development at the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) from 2004 to 2008.

Laura began their career at Henry Street Settlement, where they worked as the Director of Education from 2000 to 2004. Overall, Laura Cole Stephens has demonstrated expertise in development and fundraising roles, making significant contributions to several nonprofit organizations throughout their career.

Laura Cole Stephens has a Bachelor's degree in American/United States Studies/Civilization from Wellesley College. Laura Cole also holds an Ed. M. in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy from Harvard Graduate School of Education. The specific start and end years for each degree are not provided.