Gretchen Presley
About Gretchen Presley
Gretchen Presley serves as the Senior University Relations Director at PeopleGrove, where she focuses on using AI technology to enhance career support for students and alumni. With a background in education and extensive experience in partnership development, she has contributed significantly to initiatives aimed at closing the opportunity gap in higher education.
Current Role at PeopleGrove
Gretchen Presley serves as the Senior University Relations Director at PeopleGrove, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing university partnerships and leveraging technology to support career development for students and alumni. She plays a significant role in advancing the Career Access Platform, which aims to help higher education leaders address the opportunity gap.
Previous Experience in Education and Partnerships
Prior to her current role, Gretchen Presley worked at Mentor Collective as the Senior Partnerships Director from 2019 to 2022. In this capacity, she developed strategic partnerships to enhance mentorship programs. She also served as the Texas Partnerships Director at ThinkCERCA for one year, where she focused on educational partnerships in Texas. Additionally, she spent seven years at ORIGO Education, first as a Learning Service Educator and later as a Resource Advisor, contributing to educational solutions.
Educational Background
Gretchen Presley earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Teaching from the University of Tulsa. Her studies spanned from 1995 to 2000, providing her with a solid foundation in education that informs her work in higher education and career support.
Specialization in Career Support Technology
Gretchen Presley specializes in the integration of AI technology to offer personalized and lifelong career support for students and alumni. Her expertise lies in implementing career exploration and job connection solutions within higher education environments, aiming to enhance the overall career readiness of graduates.