Debra Nasipak
Associate Director of Career and Professional Development @Claremont Graduate University
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WORK HISTORY
Associate Director of Career and Professional Development @Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, CA, US
As Associate Director of Career & Professional Development at Claremont Graduate University, I provide strategic leadership for initiatives that enhance student and alumni employability. Key accomplishments include- Led the design and execution of Virtual Mock Interview Week, engaging 30+ industry leaders and facilitating nearly 60 interviews—boosting student preparedness and employer engagement- Oversaw digital communications strategy, including a monthly career newsletter and targeted outreach campaigns to increase program visibility and participation- Ensured compliance with MBA CSEA standards, managing accurate post-employment data reporting and contributing to accreditation readiness- Leveraged data analytics to assess program effectiveness and align services with evolving industry trends and student needs- Fostered a high-performing team culture, driving collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in career development programming.
EDUCATION
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Arts - MA
SKILLS
ABOUT DEBRA NASIPAK
Strategic Career Services Leader | Driving Student Success, Institutional Impact & Workforce ReadinessAs a forward-thinking leader in Career & Professional Development with 15+ years of experience in higher education, I specialize in building and scaling career services that align with institutional goals, support diverse student populations, and deliver measurable outcomes.In my current role as Associate Director at Claremont Graduate University, I lead university-wide initiatives that advance career readiness and lifelong employability. My work blends data-informed strategy, accreditation-aligned programming, and inclusive design to strengthen the university’s career services and elevate its national profile.With a Master of Arts in Management and deep expertise in strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, and stakeholder engagement, I bring a proven track record in- Employer and alumni relations- Career curriculum integration- Scalable digital engagement- Culturally responsive coaching and mentorship modelsKnowledgeable in Cultural Intelligence and experienced in international admissions, I thrive in complex, multicultural environments—leading with empathy, equity, and impact.I’m passionate about building high-performing teams, cultivating a culture of innovation, and driving career outcomes that matter—for students, institutions, and the evolving global workforce.Let’s connect to explore how we can lead transformational career services together.
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