Andrea Lontoc
About Andrea Lontoc
Andrea Lontoc is a Mid Market Account Manager at Handshake, where she focuses on connecting companies with early talent. She has a background in managing partnerships between nonprofits and commercial brands and has held various roles in the nonprofit and media sectors.
Work at Handshake
Andrea Lontoc currently serves as a Mid Market Account Manager at Handshake, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on employer account management, contributing to the company's mission of democratizing access to opportunity. Prior to this, she worked in the same organization in Employer Account Management since 2021. Her efforts are directed towards helping companies connect with early talent, enhancing the employment landscape for new graduates.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Lontoc earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Media, Culture, and Communications from New York University. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in communication strategies, which she applies in her professional roles. She possesses expertise in strategic partnerships, program management, client relations, and business development, with experience spanning the tech, media, and nonprofit sectors.
Background in Nonprofit Sector
Andrea has a notable background in the nonprofit sector, having served as Secretary on the Board of Directors for She's the First from 2016 to 2018. In this capacity, she contributed to initiatives aimed at supporting girls' education globally. Additionally, she sits on the board of an international girls' education nonprofit, furthering her commitment to educational initiatives worldwide.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role at Handshake, Andrea held various positions in the media and nonprofit sectors. She worked as an Account Coordinator in Affiliate Sales at Showtime Networks from 2011 to 2013 and later as a Community Affairs Intern at Tribune Broadcasting from 2007 to 2011. She also served as Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Nadia and Alf Taylor Foundation for a brief period in 2021, where she focused on building strategic relationships.
Cultural Experiences and Travel
Andrea took time off from her professional career to engage in long-term international travel. This experience allowed her to gain diverse cultural insights, which she integrates into her work. Her travels have enriched her understanding of global perspectives, particularly in relation to her commitment to educational initiatives and partnerships.