Marinella Taoushiani

Marinella Taoushiani is an accomplished professional in fundraising and development with extensive experience in various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Fundraising Equity at the Natural Resources Defense Council since February 2024, Marinella has also been a Development Consultant at MEANS Database since July 2021 and a Senior Consultant at AURA Solutions. Previously, Marinella held significant roles such as Lead Fundraiser for the Equitable and Just National Climate Platform and Director of Development at the Center for Earth Energy & Democracy, both from July 2021 to February 2024. Additional experience includes Development Director at the International Community School, Development Consultant at Critical Crop Top Media, and Senior Communications Manager at Brandeis Precollege Programs. Marinella has held leadership positions including President of the Graduate Student Association and Senior Marketing and Events Manager at Brandeis University. Academic credentials include a degree in Global Studies and International Business Development from Brandeis University and a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications and Rhetoric Studies from Oglethorpe University.