Kari Derenzi
About Kari Derenzi
Kari Derenzi is an Executive Assistant at Stardust in Palo Alto, California, with a strong background in communication and people coordination across tech and nonprofit sectors. She has previously held various roles at Kiva, contributing to microfinance and community support initiatives.
Work at Stardust
Kari Derenzi has been serving as an Executive Assistant at Stardust since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for supporting the executive team and facilitating communication within the organization. Based in Palo Alto, California, she has contributed to the operational efficiency of the company for two years.
Previous Experience at Kiva
Kari Derenzi has an extensive background at Kiva, where she held multiple roles from 2014 to 2021. She began as a Community Support member, later becoming a Microfinance Fellow in Southeast Asia. She progressed to the position of Review and Translation Manager, overseeing translation efforts and ensuring quality in communications. Her tenure at Kiva spanned over six years, during which she developed strong skills in coordination and support.
Education and Expertise
Kari Derenzi studied at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education at City College of San Francisco, focusing on Spanish Language from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she studied Vietnamese Language and Culture at the University of Da Nang, Vietnam, from 2012 to 2013.
Passion for Communication and Culture
Kari Derenzi has a passion for communication, which is reflected in her work and personal interests. She emphasizes her people coordination skills, particularly in tech and nonprofit sectors. Her experiences living in Italy and Vietnam have influenced her perspective, and she offers travel tips based on these experiences.