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Joanna Helou

Chief of Staff

Joanna is dedicated to ensuring that Echoing Green’s Executive Office is operating with efficiency and impact toward serving the mission of the organization.

As Chief of staff, Joanna sits at the intersection of supporting Echoing Green’s President, managing the activities of its Board of Directors and driving staff culture and transparent communication. She is a doer, strategic thinker, project planner and problem solver. Prior to being Chief of Staff, Joanna managed key funding and strategic partnerships at Echoing Green.

Prior to joining Echoing Green, Joanna coordinated development efforts for the national office of Public Allies and Lebanese American University and analyzed data and research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Joanna is a graduate of Boston College with a degree in Economics, and holds a Master's degree in Public Administration from Baruch College. Joanna is based in Los Angeles. In her free time, you'll find Joanna hiking a trail, attending the theater or planning out a new adventure.