Elissa Fernandez is a seasoned professional in the fields of advancement, development, marketing, and communication, currently serving as the Senior Advancement Director at Reasons to Believe since May 2012. In this role, Elissa oversees various efforts aimed at revealing the God of the Bible in science to inspire individuals toward Christ. Elissa has held multiple positions within Reasons to Believe, including Director of Advancement, Associate Advancement Director, Donor Communications Manager, and Copy Editor, contributing significantly to the organization's communication initiatives. Prior experience includes Event Consultant at Pitch Perfect Events and Editorial Assistant Intern at Los Angeles Confidential Magazine, alongside a role as a Contributing Writer for Collide Magazine. Elissa earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies with a focus on Journalism from Azusa Pacific University in 2012.