Vanessa Arredondo

Vanessa Arredondo is an advancement professional with 19 years of experience in higher education. Currently, they serve as the Director of Development for Parent & Family Giving at the University of California, Los Angeles, a role they have held since 2021. Prior to UCLA, they were the Director of Development for Parent and Family Philanthropy at Loyola Marymount University from 2017 to 2021, where they successfully managed donor portfolios and coordinated major events. Vanessa's earlier experience includes positions at UCLA as both an Event Manager and Assistant Event Manager from 2006 to 2008, where they supported high-profile events and managed logistical planning. They hold a B.A. in Theatre from the University of Southern California, earned in 2006.