Aarti Khanna is an experienced development professional with a strong background in fundraising and strategic leadership within nonprofit organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Development for the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, Aarti contributes to key organizational decision-making and community-centric fundraising efforts that support immigrant communities. Previously held significant roles in organizations such as Friends of Waterfront Seattle and the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, where Aarti focused on building corporate partnerships and advancing racial equity initiatives. Aarti's earlier experience includes management positions at Bellevue Arts Museum and Kirkland Arts Center, as well as a financial analyst role at Cisco. Aarti holds a Master of Arts in Contemporary Art from Sotheby's Institute of Art and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Santa Clara University.