Lee Tacliad

Lee Desser is a higher education administrator and nonprofit leader with over 12 years of experience in various facets of academia such as career services, alumni relations, academic advising, admissions, and student services.

Known for being a strategic thinker and collaborative leader, Lee has an extensive background in program management, communications, and learning and development, contributing to the growth and success of the institutions Lee has been a part of.

In Lee's current role, the focus is on assisting doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers in the biomedical sciences to connect with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, as well as leading an innovative alumni relations program centered around ongoing professional development.

Lee Desser's competencies span across domains such as communications, marketing, career coaching, talent development, strategic thinking, community outreach, project management, DEI, business development, alumni engagement, relationship building, account management, curriculum development, and program management.

Educationally, Lee has a Master of Education - MEd in Postsecondary Administration & Student Affairs from the University of Southern California, a Bachelor of Arts - BA in English from William & Mary, and has also pursued Summer Study Abroad in Spanish at Universitat Pompeu Fabra.

Having previously held key positions like Employer and Alumni Engagement Manager at Scripps Research, Associate Director of Tech & Engineering Employer Engagement/Career Coach at University of California San Diego, Career and Academic Advisor at Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, and Interim Assistant Director of Career Services/Academic and Career Advisor at University of California, Berkeley, Lee Desser has demonstrated a consistent commitment to enhancing educational experiences and fostering professional growth.