Vinay Devadanam
About Vinay Devadanam
Vinay Devadanam serves as the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations for the Clubs and Associations Team at Harvard Business School. He has a diverse background in education and public affairs, with previous roles at institutions such as Harvard University, the University of Vermont, and New York University.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Vinay Devadanam serves as the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations within the Clubs and Associations Team at Harvard Business School. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, he focuses on fostering connections among alumni and enhancing their engagement with the school.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to his current role, Vinay Devadanam accumulated extensive experience in higher education. He worked at Harvard University from 2007 to 2014 as the Manager for Harvard Public Affairs and Communications, specifically for the Harvard Education Portal. Following this, he served as the Associate Director of the Wellness Environment at the University of Vermont from 2017 to 2021, where he led external affairs and technology innovation.
Early Career and Education
Vinay Devadanam began his career in education as a Teacher at Kieve Wavus Education, Inc. from 2006 to 2007. He also held a position as Retail Store Manager for Ben & Jerry's in 2004. He completed his Bachelor's degree in History at the University of Vermont, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in education and alumni relations.
Experience in Admissions and Events Management
Vinay Devadanam has experience in admissions and event management, having worked as the Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at New York University from 2015 to 2017. In this role, he was responsible for visitor relations and special events, contributing to the university's outreach and engagement efforts.