Sini Stephan
About Sini Stephan
Sini Stephan serves as the Training Manager for Learning, Development, and Diversity at Bounteous in New York City since 2021. With a diverse background in education and program management, she has held various roles focused on academic equity and development both in the U.S. and internationally.
Work at Bounteous
Sini Stephan has been serving as the Training Manager for Learning, Development, and Diversity at Bounteous since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing training programs that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization. Her work involves developing strategies that align with Bounteous' commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Based in New York City, she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and professional development.
Previous Experience in Education
Before joining Bounteous, Sini Stephan held several positions in the education sector. She worked as a Program Manager for NYC GREAT! at the NYC Department of Education from 2016 to 2019, where she managed programs aimed at student engagement and success. Additionally, she served as an Academic Specialist Manager at Harlem Children's Zone from 2020 to 2021, focusing on employment and technology initiatives. Her experience also includes a role as an Academic Equity Consultant at Elevate Education from 2019 to 2020.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Practitioner
Sini Stephan has been operating her own consulting practice, Sini Stephan Consulting, since 2014. As a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Practitioner, she has worked with various organizations to develop and implement strategies that promote equity and inclusion in the workplace. Her expertise in DEIB has allowed her to support numerous initiatives aimed at creating more inclusive environments across different sectors.
Educational Background
Sini Stephan holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she studied from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in International Relations and Affairs from Seton Hall University, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in training and development, particularly in the areas of communication and cultural awareness.
Impact on College Access Initiatives
Sini Stephan has made significant contributions to college access initiatives in New York City. She implemented individual college access education plans for over 50 students across five NYC Public Schools under the NYC College Access for All initiative. Additionally, she utilized improvement science research to assess the qualitative and quantitative impacts of student retention and matriculation into higher education, demonstrating her commitment to educational equity.