Annie is an experienced grant writer and project manager, having worked in both the private and non-profit sectors. She most recently worked as a director at The Development Collective where she designed fund development strategy for non-profits addressing issues including women’s health, education, and food security. Previously, she worked at Girl Rising where she launched global social impact campaigns, coordinated fundraising efforts, and designed women’s empowerment curricula for students in India, Guatemala, and Kenya. She also has experience in the entertainment industry, managing numerous television and film productions and developing digital strategy. Annie has worked on development and education projects in Haiti, Honduras, Thailand, and Peru. She holds an M.A. in Global Studies from Columbia University and earned dual bachelor's degrees in Creative Producing and Political Science from Chapman University in California.