Helena Geefay

Helena Geefay is a seasoned professional in talent and organizational development with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as Senior Manager at the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation since November 2017, Helena is responsible for enhancing organizational capacity through targeted professional development. Prior experience includes roles such as Director of Talent Development & Operations at City Year, where Helena led HR functions for both staff and AmeriCorps volunteers, and Rotation Program Coordinator at The Walt Disney Company, focusing on leadership development. Helena's earlier positions encompass project management for nonprofit fundraising events at Vox Photo Project, student services advising at the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business, and program development for diverse youth in various settings. Helena holds a Master of Education and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English from the University of Southern California.