Sandy Marek

Sandy Marek currently serves as the Executive Director of Tutoring Chicago, the largest one-to-one after school tutoring program in the Chicagoland area, since May 2023. Prior to this role, Sandy was an Executive Consultant, leveraging extensive experience in marketing, sales, fundraising, and strategic partnerships to assist nonprofits and brands from January 2022 to May 2023. Sandy's previous positions include Executive Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at EMPOWERED/Youth Entrepreneurs and Senior Vice President roles at Shedd Aquarium, overseeing significant fundraising and corporate partnerships. Sandy's career began in promotions and marketing, with key roles at Twin Cities Aids Ride, Bender Goldman, and Orange Tree Golf Resort. Sandy holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Arizona.