Andrea Nezat
About Andrea Nezat
Andrea Nezat serves as the Assistant Director of the Yale Alumni Fund, bringing over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She has held various roles, including Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Griswold Home Care and Event Director at the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans.
Current Role at Yale University
Andrea Nezat serves as the Assistant Director of the Yale Alumni Fund, a position she has held since 2023. Her role involves engaging alumni and fostering relationships that support fundraising initiatives. The Yale Alumni Fund is located at 157 Church Street, New Haven, CT, and operates in a hybrid work environment. Nezat's focus is on cultivating connections that align with shared values, aiming to create new opportunities for alumni involvement and support.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Sector
Before joining Yale University, Andrea Nezat accumulated over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She worked as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Griswold Home Care from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, she served as the Event Director at the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans for ten years, from 2004 to 2014. During her tenure there, she played a significant role in fundraising efforts during Hurricane Katrina, which contributed to her development of skills in fearlessness, flexibility, and empathy.
Educational Background
Andrea Nezat has a diverse educational background. She studied at Lawrence Academy from 1985 to 1988, followed by a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, she pursued an Advanced Degree in Fashion Design at The School of Fashion Design. This combination of education has equipped her with a strong foundation in design and creative disciplines.
Skills and Expertise
Nezat specializes in event management, marketing, and design, leveraging her extensive experience in the nonprofit sector. Her work has focused on building relationships and creating opportunities that resonate with shared values. This expertise is evident in her successful fundraising efforts and her ability to navigate complex challenges in various roles throughout her career.