Sophie Fontaine
About Sophie Fontaine
Sophie Fontaine is an Outreach and Engagement Specialist at Bixal, where she has worked since 2021. She has held various roles in public service and legislative support, including internships at the United States Senate and VH Strategies.
Work at Bixal
Sophie Fontaine has been employed at Bixal as an Outreach and Engagement Specialist since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various initiatives aimed at enhancing outreach strategies and engagement efforts. One notable project she has been involved in is the USAID Feed the Future Knowledge, Data, Learning, and Training (KDLT) Activity, where she applies her expertise in outreach to support program objectives.
Previous Experience in Government and Nonprofit Sectors
Prior to her current position, Sophie Fontaine held several internships and roles that provided her with valuable experience in government and nonprofit sectors. She interned at the United States Senate for U.S. Senator Cory A. Booker, focusing on constituent services in 2019. Additionally, she worked as a Legislative Intern at VH Strategies in 2018 and served as a Public Strategies Intern at Cozen O'Connor in 2017.
Background in Private Sector Engagement
Sophie Fontaine has a background in private sector engagement support, particularly through her role at Washington Business Dynamics. From 2020 to 2021, she worked as a Program Assistant, where she supported initiatives related to USAID. This experience has equipped her with insights into the intersection of private sector and government collaboration.
Educational Background at Yale University
Sophie Fontaine studied at Yale University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and Political Science from 2016 to 2020. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in understanding political systems and cultural dynamics, which informs her work in outreach and engagement.
Experience in Event Management and Social Media
In addition to her outreach roles, Sophie Fontaine has experience in event management and social media. She served as an Events and Social Media Graduate Fellow at The WILD Network from 2020 to 2021. Furthermore, she worked as an Activity and Events Assistant at the Yale MacMillan Center from 2018 to 2020, where she supported various events and activities.