Angelica Bravo
About Angelica Bravo
Angelica Bravo serves as the Director of Leadership and Learning at Goodwill Industries International, where she manages leadership development programs and professional workshops. With a background in event planning and organizational learning, she has held various roles in non-profit associations and holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and Learning.
Current Role at Goodwill Industries International
Angelica Bravo serves as the Director of Leadership and Learning at Goodwill Industries International, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she manages leadership development programs and professional development workshops that impact 158 organizations within the Goodwill network. She is responsible for scaling a growth mindset program across the organization, focusing on enhancing leadership capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Previous Experience at Goodwill Industries International
Angelica Bravo has held multiple positions at Goodwill Industries International prior to her current role. She worked as the Leadership Development & Learning Program Manager from 2020 to 2023, and as the Curation & Learning Program Manager from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she served as an Events Learning Specialist from 2016 to 2017. Her tenure at Goodwill has provided her with extensive experience in leadership and organizational learning within the non-profit sector.
Educational Background
Angelica Bravo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Tourism & Events Management from George Mason University, where she studied from 2007 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Learning from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2019 to 2021. Her educational background supports her expertise in leadership development and organizational learning.
Career Development in Event Planning
Angelica Bravo began her career as a meeting planner, organizing events for large audiences. She has held various roles in event planning, including her position as Meetings Coordinator at the International Association for the Study of Pain from 2013 to 2014, and as a Conference Planning & Special Events Intern at SAIC in 2012. Her experience spans several organizations, including the Food Marketing Institute and the Society of Research Administrators International.
Certifications and Skills
Angelica Bravo is a certified RightPath facilitator, which enables her to provide individual coaching sessions and facilitate group discussions aimed at enhancing team dynamics. Her skills in leadership development and organizational learning are complemented by her extensive experience in non-profit associations, making her a valuable asset in her field.