Valerie Herring-Frankensdorf

Valerie Herring-Frankensdorf is currently serving as a Strategy Consultant at Dubai Culture & Arts Authority since July 2024, focusing on the development and implementation of culture sector strategies. Previously, Valerie held roles as a Senior Associate and Associate at Kekst CNC from July 2021 to June 2024, as well as a brief secondment at the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources in September 2022. Additional experience includes working as an Account Executive at APCO Worldwide, where corporate, crisis, and public affairs communications were central responsibilities, and a Trainee at BCW Global. As a Co-Founder of Château de Freschines, Valerie managed a small business from November 2018 to December 2019. Earlier roles include consulting for Andersen Global and interning at various embassies and media organizations. Valerie's academic credentials include a Master's in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from The London School of Economics and Political Science and a Master's in Development Studies from SOAS University of London, complemented by a Bachelor's in International Relations from The American University of Rome.