Alexandra Daum
About Alexandra Daum
Alexandra Daum serves as the Associate Vice President for New Haven Affairs and University Properties at Yale University. She has a diverse background in economic development, consulting, and property management, with previous roles at the White House and various organizations in Connecticut and California.
Current Role at Yale University
Alexandra Daum serves as the Associate Vice President for New Haven Affairs and University Properties at Yale University. She has held this position since 2024, contributing to the university's engagement with the New Haven community and overseeing university properties. Her role involves strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance the university's impact in the local area.
Previous Experience in Government
Daum has significant experience in government roles, having served as the Commissioner at the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, she was the Deputy Commissioner at the same department from 2020 to 2022. Her work focused on economic development initiatives within the state, contributing to community growth and development strategies.
Educational Background
Alexandra Daum studied at Harvard University, where she earned an A.B. in Linguistics. She furthered her education at Harvard Business School, obtaining an MBA. Additionally, she attended Groton School in Groton, Massachusetts, which provided her with a strong foundation for her academic and professional pursuits.
Career in Real Estate Development
Daum has a background in real estate development, having worked as a Development Associate at Trammell Crow Residential from 2016 to 2018 and as a Senior Development Manager at NHR Group from 2018 to 2019. Her experience in these roles involved managing various development projects and collaborating with teams to ensure successful project execution.
Internship and Early Career
In 2013, Daum completed a three-month internship at The White House, gaining experience in a high-profile governmental setting. Earlier in her career, she worked as an Operations Fellow for Obama for America in 2012 and as an Assistant Merchandiser at Ralph Lauren from 2010 to 2012. These roles provided her with diverse skills in operations and merchandising.