Rachel Nackman

Rachel Nackman is an experienced engineering leader with a people-first approach, specializing in building and supporting healthy teams in mid-stage startups.

She enjoys analyzing complex organizational challenges and implementing improvements in systems, processes, and programs to enhance productivity.

Currently on a career break to care for her family, Rachel is planning to explore new opportunities in Fall 2024, welcoming full-time, part-time, and project-based consulting roles.

Her background includes starting her career in the art world, managing a private collection and collaborating with museums globally on exhibitions and publications.

Transitioning into engineering leadership, she leveraged her experiences to understand and support creative individuals, such as engineers, fostering environments where they can flourish.

With a skill set that includes being a quick learner, empathetic listener, effective communicator, and highly adaptable professional, Rachel excels at building trust and driving positive change within organizations.

Rachel's educational background encompasses a Master's Degree in History of Art and Archaeology from The Institute of Fine Arts, NYU, a Bachelor's Degree in History of Art & Architecture from Tufts University, and studies in Full-Stack Web Development at Flatiron School.

Her previous roles span across organizations like Maven Clinic, Betterment, Micah Walter Studio, Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, Hard Candy Shell, Bluecore, The Brooklyn Rail, Harvard Art Museums, and Tufts University Art Gallery.

Rachel Nackman's expertise lies in engineering leadership, organizational development, systems improvement, team building, project management, and supporting creative individuals in various professional settings.