Carly Haapala
About Carly Haapala
Carly Haapala is a Renewals & Expansion Manager at Classy.org, where she focuses on helping nonprofits enhance their fundraising efforts. With a background in physics and diverse experience in sales, engineering, and education, she advocates for inclusion and emphasizes a healthy work culture.
Current Role at Classy
Carly Haapala serves as the Renewals & Expansion Manager at Classy.org, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on helping nonprofits maximize their fundraising potential. Carly emphasizes creating a team culture where members feel valued and celebrated, reflecting her commitment to fostering a supportive work environment.
Previous Experience at Faithlife
Carly Haapala worked at Faithlife from 2020 to 2022. Initially, she served as a Church Products Sales Associate for one year, followed by a role as a Customer Success Manager for nine months. Her experience at Faithlife contributed to her understanding of nonprofit needs and customer engagement strategies.
Engineering Background at Lockheed Martin
Carly's engineering experience includes a two-year tenure at Lockheed Martin, where she worked as an Optical Engineer Associate from 2018 to 2020. Prior to this role, she completed a two-month internship as an Optical Engineering Intern in 2017. This background provided her with technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Educational Qualifications
Carly Haapala earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from Pacific Lutheran University, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. During her time at the university, she also worked as a Physics Tutor and an Academic Assistance Office Assistant, gaining valuable experience in education and support services.
Advocacy and Professional Philosophy
Carly advocates for inclusion and allyship, as indicated by her use of the pride flag in her professional headline. She emphasizes the importance of health over hustle culture in her professional philosophy, driven by empathy and a commitment to excellence in her work.