Zahraa Mahmoud

Executed funding and partnership research and developed survey-driven presentations for external stakeholders, including the FDA. Partnered with executive leadership to define strategic growth and standardized operating workflows for a 150+ member digital network.

Conducted sentiment analysis across organizational communications and applied behavioral science models to diagnose engagement barriers. Consulted executive leadership on organizational effectiveness and developed partnership frameworks.

Delivered bilingual Arabic/English career coaching and needs assessments for 50+ participants, developing individualized workforce development plans. Designed and facilitated workforce and digital-literacy curricula, managing end-to-end program operations.

Collaborated with advocacy groups to synthesize stakeholder feedback and present legislative priorities to state representatives. Applied the Marshall Ganz leadership model to community organizing initiatives, mobilizing residents through outreach and events.

Benchmarked peer institution websites and operations, delivering data-backed recommendations that leadership approved and implemented. Advised departmental leadership on student engagement and service adoption, identifying barriers and recommending improvements.

Master of Management with a focus on Positive Leadership and Organizing, expected completion in May 2026.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Women's and Gender Studies with a minor in Communication, completed in June 2024.