Abby Kussell Hopper
About Abby Kussell Hopper
Abby Kussell Hopper is a Project Manager II at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in development and project management, having held various roles at notable institutions including Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
Work at Broad Institute
Abby Kussell Hopper has been employed at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2022, serving as Project Manager II. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects and ensuring their successful execution. Prior to her current position, she worked as Associate Director of Donor Engagement at the same institute from 2014 to 2022, where she focused on building relationships with donors and enhancing engagement strategies.
Previous Experience in Cancer Research Organizations
Before joining the Broad Institute, Abby Kussell Hopper held several positions in notable cancer research organizations. She worked at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as a Development Officer for Marathon and Running Programs from 2007 to 2008 and as a Senior Assistant in the same department from 2006 to 2007. Additionally, she served as Associate Director of Annual Giving at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center from 2008 to 2009, and as Development Officer at Northeastern University from 2009 to 2013.
Educational Background
Abby Kussell Hopper earned a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies with a concentration in Sociology from Colby College, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education by obtaining a Masters of Education in Higher Education Administration from Northeastern University between 2011 and 2012. Additionally, she studied at the University of Salamanca in Spain in 2001.
Skills and Specializations
Abby Kussell Hopper specializes in executing special projects and activities, including galas, symposiums, and award recognition programs. She is known for her collaborative work style in project management, which emphasizes teamwork and effective communication. Her expertise also includes relationship building, which is essential for her roles in development and donor engagement.