Alexandra S. Garcia
About Alexandra S. Garcia
Alexandra S. Garcia serves as the Chief Program Officer at World Central Kitchen, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in international affairs and conservation, with previous roles at SNV - Netherlands Development Organization and the International League of Conservation Photographers.
Work at World Central Kitchen
Alexandra S. Garcia has served as the Chief Program Officer at World Central Kitchen since 2018. In this role, she oversees various programs aimed at providing meals in response to humanitarian crises. Her leadership contributes to the organization's mission of using food to empower communities and support disaster relief efforts. Based in Washington D.C., Garcia plays a crucial role in the strategic planning and implementation of initiatives that address food insecurity.
Education and Expertise
Garcia has a solid educational background that supports her professional endeavors. She studied at Phillips Exeter Academy from 1980 to 1985. She later attended Georgetown University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Business School between 1985 and 1989. Garcia continued her education at The Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington University, obtaining a Master of Arts degree in 2012. This academic foundation enhances her expertise in program management and international affairs.
Background
Before her current position, Alexandra S. Garcia held significant roles in various organizations. She worked as the Executive Director at the International League of Conservation Photographers from 2012 to 2017, focusing on conservation efforts through photography. Additionally, she served as a Senior Advisor at SNV - Netherlands Development Organization for six months in 2010, where she contributed to development projects in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. These experiences have shaped her approach to program development and implementation.
Professional Experience
Garcia's professional journey includes diverse roles that reflect her commitment to social impact. At the International League of Conservation Photographers, she led initiatives that promoted environmental conservation through visual storytelling. Her tenure at SNV - Netherlands Development Organization involved advising on development strategies. These positions have equipped her with skills in leadership, project management, and strategic planning, which she applies in her current role at World Central Kitchen.