Leona Garber
About Leona Garber
Leona Garber is a Business Development Specialist at Catholic Relief Services, where she has worked since 2016. She has held various roles within the organization and holds a master's degree from Tulane University.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Leona Garber has held multiple positions at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) since 2008. She began her career there as an Employee Services Coordinator, serving for seven months. She then transitioned to the role of International Programs Coordinator for five months. From 2008 to 2011, she worked as a Human Resources Information System Specialist for three years. After a brief stint as an ICT4D Communications Specialist in 2016, she took on the role of International Development Fellow for ten months. Since 2016, she has been serving as a Business Development Specialist in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Education and Expertise
Leona Garber earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Loyola University Maryland, completing her studies from 2002 to 2007. She later pursued a Master’s degree at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, studying from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she attended Tulane University for another Master’s program from 2011 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in public health and development, which supports her work in business development and communications.
Background
Leona Garber has a diverse professional background, primarily focused on roles within Catholic Relief Services. Her career spans various positions that emphasize human resources, international programs, and business development. This experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of organizational operations and the challenges faced in international development contexts.
Professional Experience Timeline
Leona Garber's professional experience at Catholic Relief Services includes several key roles. She started as an Employee Services Coordinator in 2008, followed by her position as International Programs Coordinator later that year. After a series of roles, including Human Resources Information System Specialist and International Development Fellow, she became an ICT4D Communications Specialist for two months in 2016. Since then, she has been working as a Business Development Specialist in Sierra Leone.