Hannah Hughes
About Hannah Hughes
Hannah Hughes serves as the Deputy Director of Donor Relations at the Obama Foundation, where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Bowdoin College and a Master of Science in History of International Relations from the London School of Economics.
Current Role at Obama Foundation
Hannah Hughes serves as the Deputy Director of Donor Relations at the Obama Foundation. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's mission in Washington, District of Columbia. In her role, she focuses on building and maintaining relationships with donors, ensuring effective communication and engagement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Hannah Hughes earned a Bachelor of Arts in History with a concentration in Africa from Bowdoin College, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), obtaining a Master of Science in History of International Relations in 2010. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in donor relations and communications.
Professional Background
Hannah Hughes has a diverse professional background. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Communications & Knowledge Specialist at The World Bank from 2015 to 2018. She also held positions at Benenson Strategy Group as an Analyst from 2013 to 2015 and at Partners In Health as an Executive Assistant from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she was a Field Organizer for Obama for America in 2012.
Contributions to PPP Knowledge Lab
During her tenure at The World Bank, Hannah Hughes coordinated cross-promotion with other multilateral development banks through a comprehensive social media package for the PPP Knowledge Lab. She led the development of original web content and collaborated with sector specialists to simplify complex technical concepts for a non-expert audience. Furthermore, she developed and executed a strategic communications plan that included drafting press releases, tweets, and blog posts.