Lia Irene Mezzio

Lia Mezzio is an experienced professional with a strong background in institutional giving, grant management, and nonprofit development. Currently serving as the Associate Manager of Institutional Giving at Oakland Promise, Lia oversees public and private giving strategies, manages restricted funds, and enhances donor database systems. Previous roles include Development Coordinator at Oakland Promise, Development Assistant at Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland, and Writing Consultant/Editor at Mywritingprofessor.com. Lia holds a Certificate in Professional Sequence in Editing from UC Berkeley Extension and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley. Additionally, Lia is a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, supporting writers' growth across various genres and skill sets.