Clare Mackie
About Clare Mackie
Clare Mackie serves as the Denver Office and Culture Coordinator at Handshake, where she focuses on improving educational access and career readiness through technology. She has a diverse background in research, program coordination, and educational psychology, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Handshake
Clare Mackie serves as the Denver Office and Culture Coordinator at Handshake, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the workplace culture and supporting office operations in Denver, Colorado. Her responsibilities involve fostering a positive environment that aligns with Handshake's mission of improving educational access and career readiness.
Educational Background
Clare Mackie has a diverse educational background. She studied at Chapman University, where she earned a Dual Bachelor's Degree in Neuropsychology and Integrated Educational Studies with a Community Outreach Emphasis from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended Victoria University of Wellington, focusing on Educational and Leadership Psychology for 11 months in 2013. Clare also studied American Sign Language at Santa Rosa Junior College from 2007 to 2010.
Previous Work Experience
Clare Mackie has held various roles in educational and program coordination. She worked at Sonoma Academy as a Program Assistant for the Intersession program from 2011 to 2012. She served as a Research Assistant at the Children's Museum of Denver from 2018 to 2019 and at the University of Colorado Boulder for the Cognitive Development Lab from 2017 to 2018. Clare also worked at Galvanize Inc as Program Success/Cohort Lead from 2019 to 2021 and held several positions at YMCA of Boulder Valley, including Program Coordinator and Site Director.
Skills and Expertise
Clare Mackie possesses a strong skill set that includes exceptional abilities in presenting complex concepts clearly and concisely. She has expertise in developing key partnerships and stakeholder management. Her background in research and data analysis further complements her commitment to improving educational access and career readiness through technology. Clare demonstrates a high level of curiosity and creativity, emphasizing continued learning and growth.