Jaron Bernstein
Senior Consultant at Alford Group | Accelerating Impact in the Nonprofit Community || Board Member at Urban ArtWorks | Inspiring Connection and Empowering Voices Through Public Art
- Role
- Senior Consultant at Alford Group
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jaron Bernstein
I’m a mission-driven consultant and MBA specializing in nonprofit strategy, arts administration, and community development. With a passion for leveraging the arts to drive social impact, I’ve spent over a decade working at the intersection of arts, philanthropy, and strategy.Currently, I work at Alford Group, helping nonprofits accelerate their impact through tailored strategies. My expertise spans strategic planning, organizational development, fundraising, and DEI, with a strong focus on fostering equitable communities. I thrive in environments where arts, community, and economic development intersect, using creativity and strategic insight to fuel transformation.Key accomplishments-Leading strategic planning for nonprofits, aligning mission fulfillment with sustainable growth and operational efficiency-Spearheading fundraising campaigns that increased operating funds raised by 160%, while promoting the arts as a tool for community engagement-Collaborating with arts organizations to create mixed-use artist live/work housing projects that foster cultural equity and vibrancy-Supporting DEI initiatives to ensure cultural programs embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.Securing a $100K NEA \"Our Town\" grant for a $34M theater campaign, blending creative placemaking with urban development.I’m passionate about the role of arts, strategy, and DEI in building equitable, vibrant communities and look forward to contributing to projects that align with my vision for inclusive cultural and organizational growth.
Experience
Senior Consultant
Oct 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Education
Northwestern University
B.A. in Communication (Cum Laude), Theatre, Business Institutions
2005 — 2009
Wisconsin School of Business
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Arts Administration
2016 — 2018
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