Tori Manzano
About Tori Manzano
Tori Manzano is a Sales Development Representative at Classy.org and a Pilates Instructor at BODYROK, both based in San Diego, California. With a background in anthropology and sustainability from San Diego State University, she has contributed to the growth of over 6,000 nonprofits, raising more than 3 billion dollars through her work at Classy.
Work at Classy
Tori Manzano has been employed at Classy.org as a Sales Development Representative since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the company's mission of supporting nonprofits. Classy is recognized for its innovative approach to social good, having been named one of the world’s 10 Most Innovative Companies for Social Good by Fast Company in 2016. Tori is part of a team that has successfully aided over 6,000 nonprofits in raising more than 3 billion dollars through the Classy platform. The company is also backed by notable investors, including Mithril and Salesforce Ventures.
Education and Expertise
Tori Manzano holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with a Minor in Sustainability from San Diego State University. Her academic background provides her with a unique perspective on social issues and sustainability, which aligns with her current work at Classy. This educational foundation supports her role in sales development, where understanding client needs and social impact is essential.
Background in Fitness and Coaching
Before her current roles, Tori Manzano worked in the fitness industry. She served as a Sales Associate at Orangetheory Fitness from 2017 to 2019 in San Diego, California. Following that, she worked as a Fitness Coach and Creative Content contributor at Red Effect Infrared Fitness from 2019 to 2021. In addition to her sales role at Classy, she has been a Pilates Instructor at BODYROK since 2021, further demonstrating her commitment to health and wellness.
Research Experience
Tori has also gained research experience through her role as a Researcher for San Diego County while at San Diego State University. This position lasted for five months in 2020 to 2021 and allowed her to engage with community issues, enhancing her understanding of local needs and contributing to her professional development.