Katy Zazzera
About Katy Zazzera
Katy Zazzera is the Manager of Stakeholder Engagement at MBTA, with a background in government and public affairs, community relations, and event coordination.
Manager of Stakeholder Engagement at MBTA
Katy Zazzera currently holds the position of Manager of Stakeholder Engagement at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). She began her role in 2021. Her duties include managing relationships with various stakeholders involved in MBTA projects, enhancing communication between the organization and the public.
Previous Work at Isenberg School of Management
Before joining MBTA, Katy Zazzera worked as a Graduate Business Fellow at Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst from 2018 to 2020. During her time there, she was involved in various academic and administrative tasks that supported the business school's mission. Her role leveraged her academic background and facilitated student engagement and program development.
Past Roles at MassDOT
Katy Zazzera worked in several capacities at the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT). She served as the Manager of Government and Public Affairs from 2017 to 2018 and as the Assistant Manager of Community Relations from 2016 to 2017. Her roles involved managing public relations and community engagement efforts.
Educational Background in Business and Politics
Katy Zazzera has a robust educational background. She earned her MBA from Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst, from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and American Politics from Washington and Lee University, obtained from 2009 to 2013. Her multifaceted education equips her with a deep understanding of both business management and political processes.
Early Career and Internship Experience
Katy Zazzera began her career with various positions of increasing responsibility. She was a Senior Event Coordinator at the Baker-Polito Inaugural Committee and a Regional Field Director for Charlie Baker for Governor in 2014. Additionally, she served as a Congressional Intern for Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ-7) at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012, and worked as a Student Librarian at Leyburn Library, Washington & Lee University, from 2010 to 2013.