Vera De Vera
About Vera De Vera
Vera De Vera is a Community Manager with extensive experience in marketing and community building across various organizations. She has worked in roles ranging from Annual Giving Officer at San Francisco Opera to her current position at Watershed, demonstrating her commitment to community engagement and the arts.
Work at Watershed
Vera De Vera currently serves as the Community Manager at Watershed, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on building and nurturing community relationships, enhancing engagement, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Her experience in community management is complemented by her previous roles in various organizations, where she developed skills in marketing and community building.
Education and Expertise
Vera De Vera holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Davis, and a Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications from Golden Gate University, Edward S. Ageno School of Business. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and effective communication strategies. Additionally, she is certified in Adwords Search, demonstrating her expertise in digital advertising.
Background
Vera De Vera has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in community management, marketing, and event planning. She has worked at notable organizations such as the San Francisco Opera, Ironclad, and Vareto. Her experience includes positions as an Annual Giving Officer, Marketing Manager, and Community Builder, among others. Vera also owned a wedding planning business, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
Achievements
Vera De Vera launched the Vareto Visionaries, a curated community designed for strategic finance leaders and CFOs. This initiative reflects her commitment to fostering professional networks and enhancing community engagement. Additionally, she has served as a Board Member for Shotgun Players since 2022, supporting the nonprofit theater organization and contributing to the performing arts community.
Skills and Interests
Vera De Vera is skilled in design tools such as Figma and Canva, which she uses to create visually appealing marketing materials. She is experienced in various marketing automation tools, including Hubspot and Mailchimp. Outside of her professional work, Vera engages in community-building activities like organizing hikes and road biking events. She is also passionate about board gaming and Dungeons and Dragons, actively working to grow the community of strategic board gamers.