Kashyap Choksi

Kashyap Choksi is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in organizational leadership, strategic partnerships, and development in both nonprofit and academic sectors. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at American Humane since March 2023, Choksi previously held the position of Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research from 2018 to 2023, where the focus was on building partnerships to fund innovations in food and agriculture. Prior roles include Assistant Dean of Development at the University of Maryland, Director of International Advancement at Harvard University, Managing Director for Conservation International in Singapore, Independent Consultant for various public sector agencies, Director of Law School Advocacy at Equal Justice Works, and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at the National 4-H Council. Choksi's academic credentials include a PhD in Public Administration/Public Affairs from Virginia Tech and multiple degrees from Ohio University and other institutions, highlighting a strong foundation in public administration and law.