Kendra Berry

Kendra Berry is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in education and community support. Currently serving as the Senior Program Director of College, Career, and Military Readiness at Communities In Schools of Central Texas, Kendra leads a team focused on enhancing post-secondary readiness, particularly for young men of color. Previous roles include Associate at Social Finance, where Kendra managed project analyses and operational optimizations, and Author/Speaker for Can We Go to Lunch?, addressing the importance of mentorship for teenagers. Kendra's background also includes serving as a Site Coordinator at Knox Education Foundation, an Assistant Academic Counselor at the University of Tennessee, and various positions within the YMCA. Kendra holds a Master of Science in Child and Family Studies, a Master of Arts in Management, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.