Yissel Salafsky

Yissel Salafsky is an experienced executive and consultant, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Make Way for Books since January 2023. In parallel, Yissel has held the position of Director of Program Operations and Strategic Initiatives at the University of Arizona since September 2018, focusing on the implementation of curriculum projects aimed at enhancing enrollment through market-driven online opportunities. Previous roles include Project Manager and Program Coordinator as an independent contractor, Creative Director at DOUBLE800, and Coordinator for the President's Office at the University of Arizona, where initiatives for diversity and inclusion were prioritized. Yissel's career began with positions ranging from Office Manager at the Law Office of Alexander Blackburn to Associate Store Manager at both Starbucks and Discovery Channel Retail. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management from Arizona State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of Arizona.