Rachel Reynolds
About Rachel Reynolds
Rachel Reynolds serves as the Director of Operations at the Obama Foundation, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in operational management within nonprofit organizations and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Current Role at Obama Foundation
Rachel Reynolds serves as the Director of Operations at the Obama Foundation, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees the operational strategies and processes that support the foundation's mission. Her responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations and ensuring that the foundation's initiatives are executed efficiently. Reynolds' experience in nonprofit management contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Obama Foundation
Before her current role, Rachel Reynolds worked at the Obama Foundation as the Manager of Foundation Operations from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she focused on enhancing operational frameworks and improving organizational efficiencies. This experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent promotion to Director of Operations.
Background in Nonprofit Operations
Rachel Reynolds has a strong background in creating operational strategies for nonprofit organizations. Her experience includes roles such as National Operations Director and Deputy National Operations Director at Enroll America, where she implemented policies that increased operational efficiencies. She also served as State Operations Manager, contributing to the organization's national efforts.
Education and Professional Development
Rachel Reynolds studied at Marist College and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, having started in 2020. Her educational background supports her expertise in operational management and strategic planning within nonprofit and political organizations.
Early Career and Data Analysis
Rachel Reynolds began her career as a Data Analyst at DPI Specialty Foods, where she worked from 2009 to 2012. This role provided her with foundational skills in data management and analysis, which she later applied to her positions in nonprofit operations. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Regional GOTV Lead for Obama for America in 2012, gaining experience in political campaign operations.