Nakta Alaghebandan
About Nakta Alaghebandan
Nakta Alaghebandan serves as the Chief of Staff to the COO at SpotDraft, a position she has held since 2024. With a diverse background in editorial and management roles, she has previously worked at several organizations including McSweeney's, Woolf, and Aterian.
Current Role at SpotDraft
Nakta Alaghebandan serves as the Chief of Staff to the COO at SpotDraft. She has been in this role since 2024, contributing to the operational efficiency and strategic initiatives of the organization. Her responsibilities include supporting the COO in various projects and ensuring effective communication across departments.
Previous Experience at Woolf
Prior to her current position, Nakta worked at Woolf as Chief of Staff from 2021 to 2024. In this role, she managed operations and collaborated with executive leadership to drive organizational goals. Her tenure at Woolf spanned three years, during which she gained significant experience in operational management.
Editorial Experience at Caliber Magazine
Nakta has extensive editorial experience, having worked at Caliber Magazine in various capacities. She served as Head of Copy Editing from 2011 to 2012, Head of Journalism from 2012 to 2013, and Editor-in-Chief from 2013 to 2014. Her roles involved overseeing content quality and managing editorial teams.
Educational Background
Nakta Alaghebandan studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. Her academic focus included Political Economy and Rhetoric, providing her with a strong foundation in analytical and communication skills.
Experience at Aterian
Nakta worked at Aterian (NASDAQ: ATER) in two roles. She was an Administrative Business Partner to the Chief Operating Officer from 2016 to 2017 and later served as Brand Manager from 2017 to 2018. These positions allowed her to develop expertise in administrative support and brand management.