Debbie Chou
About Debbie Chou
Debbie Chou is a Senior Manager, Growth Portfolio at REDF with over 13 years of experience in launching and running innovative programs that drive shared value across businesses, participants, and nonprofits.
Current Role at REDF
Debbie Chou is currently serving as the Senior Manager of Growth Portfolio at REDF. In this role, she applies her expertise to support social enterprises aiming to unlock the potential of Americans facing employment barriers due to racial inequities. Her responsibilities include advising on growth strategies, developing tools and processes for efficiency, and driving impactful talent experiences.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Debbie Chou has held multiple significant roles at Deloitte. From 2021 to 2023, she served as the Senior Manager in the Purpose Office Investment Strategy Team in San Jose, California. Prior to this, she managed Deloitte’s Consulting Pro Bono and Skills-Based Volunteering Program from 2015 to 2021 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, she was the Chief of Staff for Strategy & Operations Chief Marketing Officer from 2012 to 2015. These roles allowed her to develop a robust expertise in investment strategies, volunteering programs, and strategic marketing operations.
Background at Catchafire and Northrop Grumman
Debbie Chou began her career in strategic roles that laid the foundation for her expertise in business and product development. In 2009, she was a founding member at Catchafire, focusing on business and product development. Before that, she worked as a Software Engineer II at Northrop Grumman from 2004 to 2007. These roles contributed to her ability to design high-impact talent experiences and develop collaborative relationships.
Education and Qualifications
Debbie Chou holds an MBA with concentrations in Strategy and Social Entrepreneurship from Duke University. She also earned a BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Maryland. Her education provided a strong foundation in both technical and strategic aspects, which she leverages in her current and past roles to drive innovative programs and lead diverse teams.