Sandra Stella
Business Advisor and Development Manager @Grassi
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WORK HISTORY
Business Advisor and Development Manager @Grassi
Palm Beach, FL, US
I work in a senior, relationship-driven business development role, partnering closely with firm leadership to expand strategic relationships across tax, advisory, transaction, and private client services. I was brought in to grow the firm’s presence across Palm Beach and Broward counties by building long-term partnerships with founders, executives, and professional intermediaries. The role is highly external-facing and centers on trust, discretion, and long-term relationship origination, while supporting partners through trusted advisory relationships and external representation.• Originate significant advisory opportunities through long-term referral partnerships• Drive material business development through strategic introductions and trusted relationships• Generate sustained advisory opportunities through referral networks and cross-service collaboration• Support revenue growth through relationship-based origination and partner collaboration
EDUCATION
University of Toronto
Publicity and Public Relations
University of Reading
Bachelor's Degree, Politics and International Relations
University of Toronto
E-Business & E-Commerce Management
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Master's Degree, European Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT SANDRA STELLA
What I do best is build momentum in complex environments. I’m good at understanding where value actually sits, who needs to be aligned, and how to move something forward without burning trust or credibility along the way. That applies whether I’m working with private clients, senior executives, or community and institutional stakeholders.My background spans government, private enterprise, and professional services, across multiple geographies. That range has shaped how I operate day to day. I’m comfortable navigating ambiguity, balancing competing priorities, and working with people who have very different incentives. I don’t rush decisions, but I don’t let things stall either.I operate most effectively in environments that require discretion, regulatory awareness, and trust across multiple stakeholder groups.Growth has been a consistent part of my work, particularly where relationships, visibility, and positioning matter. I’ve helped organizations expand their reach, strengthen their reputation, and convert relationships into durable business outcomes. I tend to be most effective where business development and community intersect, and where long-term value matters more than quick wins.I’m part of Leadership Palm Beach, Class of 2026, and I currently serve as Chair of the Alumni & Friends of the London School of Economics Palm Beach Chapter. Both roles reflect how I think about community: not as events or visibility, but as long-term relationship building, stewardship, and alignment around shared standards.I’m based in Florida, work nationally and internationally, and speak English, Italian, and French.
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