Natasha Raikar
About Natasha Raikar
Natasha Raikar is a Training and Development Specialist currently employed at FareHarbor in Denver, Colorado. She has a background in business development, public relations, and marketing, along with advanced education in Intellectual Disabilities and Autism from Teachers College of Columbia University.
Current Role as Training and Development Specialist
Natasha Raikar currently serves as a Training and Development Specialist at FareHarbor, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee skills and knowledge to improve overall performance within the organization. Her responsibilities include designing training programs, facilitating workshops, and assessing training needs to align with company goals. Natasha's expertise in training and development contributes to FareHarbor's commitment to employee growth and organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience at FareHarbor
Before her current role, Natasha worked at FareHarbor as a Business Development Associate from 2019 to 2022. During her three years in this position, she was involved in identifying new business opportunities and fostering relationships with clients. Her work contributed to the expansion of FareHarbor's market presence in Denver, Colorado, and supported the company's growth objectives.
Professional Background in Marketing and PR
Natasha has a diverse professional background in marketing and public relations. She worked as a PR/Social Media Assistant at GKV for five months in 2016, where she assisted in managing social media campaigns and public relations strategies. Additionally, she served as an Account Executive at GKV from 2016 to 2018, focusing on client management and campaign execution. Natasha also held the position of Marketing Assistant at Creative Alliance at the Patterson for ten months in 2015, where she contributed to marketing initiatives.
Educational Background in Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
Natasha earned her Master of Arts (M.A.) in Intellectual Disabilities & Autism from Teachers College of Columbia University, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. This advanced degree provided her with a deep understanding of the challenges and strategies related to supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Her educational background enhances her ability to develop training programs that are inclusive and effective.
Undergraduate Education in History
Natasha completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History at the University of Maryland from 2004 to 2008. This foundational education equipped her with critical thinking and analytical skills, which she applies in her professional roles. Her knowledge of history informs her understanding of social dynamics and communication strategies in her work.