Theresa Thanjan
About Theresa Thanjan
Theresa Thanjan is an Account Services Manager at Center For Marketing Intelligence - Interpublic Group, where she has worked since 2006. She has a background in social work and psychology, and has directed and produced several educational documentaries and advocacy projects.
Work at Interpublic Group
Theresa Thanjan has served as an Account Services Manager at the Center For Marketing Intelligence, a division of Interpublic Group, since 2006. With 18 years of experience in this role, she is based in New York, New York. Her responsibilities include managing client accounts and ensuring effective communication between clients and the agency. Thanjan's extensive tenure reflects her commitment to the organization and her expertise in account management.
Previous Experience at South Asian Youth Action
Before her current role, Theresa Thanjan worked as the Director of Programs at South Asian Youth Action (saya!) from 1999 to 2001. During her two years in this position, she focused on developing and implementing programs aimed at supporting South Asian youth in the Elmhurst, New York area. Her leadership contributed to the organization's mission of empowering young individuals through various initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Theresa Thanjan holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University, where she studied from 1995 to 1997. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Rochester, completing her studies from 1990 to 1994. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in social issues and community engagement, which informs her work in both account management and program development.
Documentary Production and Collaboration
Thanjan has been involved in significant documentary projects, including directing and producing 'Whose Children Are These?', which aired on PBS affiliated stations in over 30 cities. She developed a school-based curriculum for grades 9-12 to accompany this documentary. Additionally, she collaborated with the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF) on the documentary 'Asian Youth Unite Against Hate Violence'.
Grants and Advocacy Work
Theresa Thanjan received a $15,000 Media Fund Grant from the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) for her work on the documentary 'Whose Children Are These?'. She also produced and directed a music video and two public service announcements advocating for the DREAM Act in collaboration with the New York State Youth Leadership Council (NYSYLC). These projects highlight her commitment to advocacy and community engagement.