Adrianne Johnson

Corporate Engagement, Partnerships, & Fundraising Onboarded dozens of new partners including companies, nonprofits, state agencies, and research labs and moved them through a pipeline from mentors or supporters to donors, advocates and public champions Led strategic planning for alumni and employer engagement for a new Master’s program, establishing foundational relationships with local and regional stakeholders, including establishing relationships with Peace Corps and Engineers Without Borders to improve visibility and brand recognition Led pipeline fundraising for Big Ideas innovation contest, undergraduate and graduate scholarships and fellowships, and integrated professional development programming including concept notes, LOIs, and proposal development Spearheaded new fundraising initiatives from the ground up to support program sustainability and growth. Supported board engagement, donor stewardship, campaign design, and donor communications for foundation, federal (NSF/USAID etc.), and private alumni/family donors Project & Program Management Organizing and coordinating US Peace Corps Coverdell Schools program for returned Peace Corps Volunteers Created, managed, and evaluated the Blum Center’s Climate Innovation & Entrepreneurship Fellows Program, funded by the University of California Office of the President (UCOP). Career Development & Employer Engagement Designed and scaled a tailored service model for career and business-acumen education Prepared and delivered presentations for student orientation and welcome-back events, effectively onboarding new and returning students. Created and taught a Career Sprint course, updating it yearly and revising it to include AI-friendly options to better prepare students for the modern job market.

Fundraising and Corporate Relations Specialized in building impactful partnerships, designing innovative programs, and scaling student experiential learning and success initiatives that bridged the gap between higher education and industry. Focused on inclusive, mission-driven programming that supported both students and employers. Launched the Career Center’s first Big Give campaign to raise funds for the Externship Job Shadowing program. Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to co-design programs and partnership agreements aligned with institutional goals. Volunteer Management Led the coordination of hundreds of alumni volunteers annually, aligning them with over 20 events each year to share career insights with students. Transformed a flagship job shadowing program during the pandemic by implementing a digital matching platform (PeopleGrove), resulting in hundreds of successful student-alumni connections. Event Planning Planned and executed dozens of career fairs and networking events each month across diverse sectors including STEM, Social Impact, Environmental Design, and Finance. Oversaw the implementation of digital tools, supervised student fellows, and aligned programming with evolving student and employer needs.

• Coached over 350 international MBA and AI/Data Analytics students in career planning and job search strategies. • Analyzed student data to enhance information management systems and improve employment outcomes. • Developed and implemented foundational coaching frameworks for the MS in Business Analytics program. • Designed interactive workshops and mock interviews to boost career navigation skills among students.

Consulted with Thai and international companies on human resources and talent management strategies, advising clients on hiring decisions, video interviewing practices, online assessment tools, and salary negotiations. Delivered tailored insights to help organizations attract and retain top talent in competitive markets. Led strategic business development and full-cycle executive recruitment across the APAC region, with a primary focus on Thailand. Managed a robust pipeline of over 200 prospective companies and thousands of candidates, driving sustained growth and client engagement. Oversaw employee volunteer initiatives in collaboration with local organizations and philanthropic partners, aligning corporate goals with client needs

Product Management Led product management and training for DevHire, a SaaS applicant tracking system serving over 25 international development organizations. Oversaw the full product lifecycle, from user feedback and feature development to onboarding and client support, ensuring the platform met the evolving needs of global recruitment teams. HR & Talent Management Led a team of four to provide consulting services to more than 100 international development organizations—including UN agencies, development banks, multinational corporations, and international NGOs—on talent acquisition strategies and recruitment best practices. Business Development Managed proposal recruiting, candidate shortlisting for hard-to-fill roles, and executive search across all sectors and regions within international development. Event Planning Supported large-scale career fairs and industry events, reinforcing Devex’s role as a leading service provider in the global development space.

• Managed the full recruitment lifecycle for USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives, handling hundreds of requisitions annually. • Advised hiring managers on compliance with U.S. employment law and USAID-specific policies. • Conducted dozens of candidate interviews weekly, ensuring alignment with mission-critical timelines. • Contributed to the rapid deployment of staff for complex international development programs, enhancing global stabilization efforts.

Education Volunteer in a small village teaching

Internships with American Red Cross, American Councils, and International Medical Corps

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