Jaron Bernstein

Senior Consultant

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Jaron Bernstein, MBA, brings a decade of nonprofit experience in primarily arts and culture, as well as affordable housing, community development and human services. Previously, Jaron worked at University Heights Center in Seattle as the organization’s first-ever Director of Advancement, and at Writers Theatre outside Chicago leading corporate and foundation fundraising while the organization undertook a $35-million capital campaign to construct a new facility.

Prior to returning to Seattle, Jaron completed graduate studies, working with nonprofits and government entities on projects related to organizational strategy and design, audience development, and diversity, equity and inclusion. Jaron enjoys working with organizations to marry vision with strategy, to identify and establish vital systems and processes and to tell their stories effectively.

Select Clients
University Heights Center
Writers Theatre
Kirkland Arts Center
Artspace Projects

Education & Credentials
M.B.A. Arts Administration, Wisconsin School of Business, University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A. cum laude, Theatre, Business Institutions, Northwestern University

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