Emily Brod, MBA

What I Do: I am responsible for SPOON's financial management strategy and contribute to the development of the organization's strategic goals. I develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to leadership and the Board, and make actionable recommendations on strategy and operations for organizational health and growth.

Background: In my 25-year career, I have worked with mission-driven organizations, large and small, local and international, and at different points in their lifecycle. I began my career in the arts, received an MBA from the Yale School of Management, and joined SPOON in 2013, impressed by its powerful mission and exceptional team, both of which have kept me here. See my LinkedIn profile.

Favorite SPOON Memory: In 2019, I traveled with our Board of Trustees and Program Team to Lusaka, Zambia to meet our partners, build connections, and see our program in action. Taking a break from my computer, I gained a new perspective as I witnessed the profound impact of our training on a young girl with disabilities and her grandmother. It was truly enlightening to see them implement small changes that made a significant difference right in front of me.