Stephanie Carvajal

As the Vice President of Operations and Strategy, Stephanie oversees company operations and supports the leadership team on strategic initiatives and special projects.

Stephanie began her career in the nonprofit sector where she helped raise funds and produce events for various organizations including the UNHCR, Rebuilding Together, and Dancing Classrooms. Prior to joining Handshake, Stephanie worked for the New York City Mayor’s Office cultivating partnerships with private and public partners to raise the funds needed to execute over 50 community events a year. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Stephanie supported several city agencies helping to secure PPE for medical workers, conduct wellness checks for homebound seniors, and coordinate COVID testing across NYC’s public schools.

Based in New York City, Stephanie spends her free time exploring the city with friends and trying new restaurants and traveling.