Mpp Rebecca V. Nellis

Mpp Rebecca V. Nellis is an innovative leader with a Master of Public Policy degree and over 15 years of experience in delivering on institutional mission statements.

She successfully grew a startup nonprofit organization to national prominence in less than a decade by implementing new initiatives, enhancing organizational structures and workflow, utilizing various fundraising strategies, surpassing set goals, and fostering a team-centered approach.

Rebecca has a strong background in public speaking and serving as the spokesperson for organizations when engaging with the media.

Her educational background includes a Master's degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University, a Bachelor's degree in Theatre from New York University, as well as additional studies at Harvard Kennedy School and further Master's level studies in Leadership, Public Policy, and Management at Georgetown University.

Rebecca's professional experience includes roles such as Executive Director, Chief Mission Officer, Vice President of Programs and Strategy, Director of Programs, and Manager of Programs at Cancer And Careers.

She has also worked in various capacities at organizations like Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Jewish Museum, Taylor Hodson Staffing, King Biscuit Entertainment Group, and as a Grantwriting Intern at Brooklyn Academy Of Music.