Gabrielle De Franceschi
About Gabrielle De Franceschi
Gabrielle De Franceschi is a Senior Associate for International Events and Travel at the Obama Foundation, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in event coordination and has held various positions at The White House and other organizations.
Work at Obama Foundation
Gabrielle De Franceschi has served as the Senior Associate for International Events and Travel at the Obama Foundation since 2018. In this role, she leads the execution of on-the-ground events during site surveys, pre-advance, advance, and actual event travel. She has developed internal processes to enhance collaboration among various teams within the organization, including Digital, Programming, Communications, and Development. De Franceschi has played a significant role in launching regional initiatives such as the Leaders Africa Program and the Leaders Asia Pacific Program.
Education and Expertise
Gabrielle De Franceschi earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Government from the University of Maryland, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in political processes and governance, which is reflected in her professional roles in event coordination and outreach. She completed her secondary education at Garnet Valley High School from 2006 to 2010.
Background
Prior to her current position at the Obama Foundation, Gabrielle De Franceschi gained valuable experience through various internships and roles. She worked at The White House in several capacities, including Scheduling and Advance Intern, Advance Associate, Advance Coordinator, and Senior Advance Coordinator from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she interned at Women For Women International and the Clery Center For Security on Campus, where she focused on program outreach.
Professional Experience
Gabrielle De Franceschi's professional experience includes a range of roles that emphasize event coordination and outreach. At The White House, she advanced through multiple positions, contributing to the planning and execution of events. Her earlier work as a Host at Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar provided her with foundational customer service skills. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to effective communication and collaboration across teams.