Emily Gresh
About Emily Gresh
Emily Gresh serves as the Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations for the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at Yale University. With a background in medical research fundraising and extensive experience in arts administration, she focuses on securing funding for diverse university projects.
Current Role at Yale University
Emily Gresh serves as the Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations for the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at Yale University. She has held this position since 2018, focusing on developing corporate support for Yale's multi-disciplinary climate change solutions initiatives. In her role, she is responsible for securing funding for various university projects, including scholarships, fellowships, capital projects, curriculum design, performing arts, arts programs, and architecture.
Previous Experience in Fundraising
Prior to her current role, Emily Gresh worked in medical research fundraising at the Jackson Laboratory, where she served as the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations from 2014 to 2018. She also held the position of Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at Trinity College-Hartford from 2009 to 2012 and later as Director from 2012 to 2014. Her experience spans various sectors, emphasizing her expertise in securing funding for educational and research initiatives.
Educational Background
Emily Gresh has a diverse educational background. She earned a Master of Fine Arts in Theater Management from Yale University, studying from 2003 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Trinity College-Hartford, where she studied English with a minor in Sociology from 1998 to 2003. Additionally, she completed four semesters in GIS and Geography at the University of Massachusetts Boston from 1993 to 1997.
Career in the Arts
Before transitioning into fundraising and corporate relations, Emily Gresh had a significant career in the performing arts. She was a soloist with the Boston Ballet from 1989 to 1997, where she performed at high levels of artistic and athletic achievement. Her training included intensive coaching at the Hartford Ballet and the School of American Ballet from 1977 to 1989, which laid the foundation for her successful dance career.
Community Engagement and Charitable Support
Emily Gresh is committed to supporting various charitable organizations, including the American Ballet Theater, Kaatsban Cultural Center, and Breast Cancer Charities. She maintains a creative outlet through her blog, 'Swanorettionabicycle.com', where she shares her insights and experiences. Her involvement in the arts and commitment to community service reflect her dedication to both her professional and personal passions.