Daniella Henry
About Daniella Henry
Daniella Henry is a Senior Director at Elemental Excelerator, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in policy and legislative affairs, having held various positions at organizations such as USAID, the Clinton Foundation, and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Current Role at Elemental Excelerator
Daniella Henry serves as the Senior Director at Elemental Excelerator, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on advancing innovative solutions in climate and energy sectors. Her responsibilities include overseeing strategic initiatives and fostering partnerships to drive impactful projects.
Previous Experience at U.S. Department of State
Daniella Henry interned in Legislative Affairs at the U.S. Department of State for three months in 2011. This role provided her with insights into the legislative processes and foreign policy development within the U.S. government.
Professional Background at USAID
From 2015 to 2016, Daniella worked as a Private Sector Advisor for Power Africa at USAID. Her role involved engaging with private sector stakeholders to promote energy solutions in Africa, contributing to the agency's mission of increasing access to electricity.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Daniella Henry earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Connecticut, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She further pursued a Doctor of Law (J.D.) at the University of Connecticut School of Law, graduating in 2012. Her academic background supports her expertise in policy and law.
Experience in Policy and Advocacy
Daniella has held various positions in policy and advocacy, including her role as Policy Analyst at the Innocence Project from 2012 to 2014, and as Director of Policy at Revel from 2021 to 2022. Her work has focused on shaping policies that address social justice and energy issues.