Laura Maldonado
About Laura Maldonado
Laura Maldonado is an Associate Client Success Advocate at Code for America, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in partnership building and grant management in the non-profit sector, along with a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from the University of California, Berkeley.
Current Role at Code for America
Laura Maldonado serves as an Associate Client Success Advocate at Code for America, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing client relationships and ensuring successful outcomes for various initiatives. Her work is centered in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she applies her expertise in partnership building and grant management to support the organization's mission.
Previous Experience in Non-Profit Sector
Prior to her current role, Laura Maldonado gained valuable experience in the non-profit sector through various positions. She interned at Accountability Counsel in 2010 for one month and later worked as an International Programs Intern at the Foundation for Sustainable Development in 2011 for two months. Additionally, she served as a Consultant at Third Sector from 2015 to 2018, contributing to program development and operations management.
Educational Background
Laura Maldonado holds a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, where she focused on American Foreign Policy and Globalization. She completed her degree from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, she earned an Associate of Arts in Political Science from the College of Alameda, studying there from 2005 to 2008.
Skills and Expertise
Laura Maldonado possesses a strong skill set in community outreach, international relations, partnership building, and grant management. Her background in program development and operations management further enhances her capabilities within the non-profit sector. These skills support her efforts in fostering relationships and driving successful initiatives in her current role.
Past Roles and Contributions
In addition to her current position, Laura has held various roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as an Office Manager for the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Contra Costa County in 2013 for six months. Her diverse experiences across different organizations have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the non-profit landscape.