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Liz Pitofsky

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Non-profit entrepreneur with strong background in launching and scaling successful ventures. Skilled in strategic planning, model development, training, and advocacy. Prioritize team collaboration, innovation, and equity. Passionate about providing opportunities for youth voice.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder

Service Learning Project (SLP)
07.2010 - Current

Overall strategic and operational management of New York City-based action civics program for students in grades K-12. Created proven effective student-led model; developed team of committed and innovative facilitators; expanded NYC reach exponentially to serve more than 800 students per year; expanded geographic reach to schools in Vermont, as well as across the country through a remote option; developed strategic partnerships with schools, community organizations, elected officials, and advocacy organizations; secured financial support from foundations, corporations, and individual donors; designed training curriculum for SLP staff and outside partners; designed communications and outreach plan; developed Advisory and Youth Boards; cultivated a culture of innovation and collaboration; advocated for and raised awareness about critical need for youth voice in schools and neighborhoods.

Program Associate

The After-School Corporation (TASC)
09.2000 - 06.2010

Created a service learning after-school initiative for students in grades 5-12; developed the program content, trained and provided technical assistance to staff, and worked directly with students at more than 20 public elementary, middle, and high schools throughout New York City; built strong relationships with partners and stakeholders, designed engaging materials, facilitated workshops and training sessions, managed public and private grants.

Education

J.D. -

Columbia Law School
New York, NY
05-1997

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
05-1991

Timeline

Founder

Service Learning Project (SLP)
07.2010 - Current

Program Associate

The After-School Corporation (TASC)
09.2000 - 06.2010

J.D. -

Columbia Law School

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Liz Pitofsky