Joshua Lachs

Joshua Lachs is a seasoned professional known for his role as a builder and connector in advancing social causes and initiatives.

His academic background is quite impressive, with a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Teachers College of Columbia University, an Ed.M. from Columbia University in the City of New York, a Master of Arts (M.A.) from Columbia University in the City of New York, and a BA from the University of California, Berkeley.

With extensive experience across various organizations, Joshua has left his mark as a member of the NationSwell Council and held prominent positions such as CEO at Moneythink, Executive Consultant and Senior Advisor at Independent, Chief Business Development Officer at Net Impact, CEO at Breakthrough Collaborative, Chief Officer for Workforce Development & Partner Relations at Goodwill Industries of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties, Dean of Extended University at John F. Kennedy University, Executive Director of System-Wide Continuing Education at Alliant International University, Director of Lifelong Learning & Continuing Education at California Institute of Integral Studies, Assistant Director of Student Services at Teachers College, Columbia University, and Program Director and Lead Teacher at the Institute of Reading Development.