Tamaria Kai Perry

Tamaria Kai Perry is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership and innovation within educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. Currently serving as the Vice President of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund since April 2019, Tamaria has held various leadership positions there, including Assistant Vice President and Senior Director. Tamaria is also the Founder of Orenda Associates, Inc., established in July 2014. Previous roles include Assistant Vice President of Development at The University of Texas at Austin, and multiple positions at Spelman College, including Facilitator for the Sophomore Year Experience Leadership Development and Director of Donor Relations. Tamaria began a career in fundraising at Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York. Academic credentials include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Spelman College.