VERONICA HOLLY

I am a dynamic seasoned leader and strategist who brings over 30 years of higher education administration, public/private partnership development, and school and community engagement. As the former Director of Administration at the Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Advanced Study, I managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led interdisciplinary teams, and designed impactful programs that connected research to practice. My expertise includes project incubation, proposal writing, fund and curriculum development, extended learning, training, and diversity.

As a skilled architect of strategic initiatives and program development, I have forged numerous successful partnerships and funding opportunities across higher education, k-12 public schools, community organizations and the private sector. My award-winning work has helped to provide expanded learning opportunities for children, families, and adult learners across the New York City area. I hold a B.A. in Political Science from Syracuse University and an M.A. in Education Policy from Teachers College, Columbia University.

Now, as a consultant, I leverage my deep expertise to advise organizations in higher education and the nonprofit sector on program design, policy development, and operational excellence. I am passionate about helping individuals and institutions navigate challenges, optimize resources, and drive meaningful impact.

Specialties:
Higher Education Administration
Nonprofit Development & Leadership
Grant Writing & Fund Development ($50M+ secured)
Public-Private Partnerships
Program Design & Evaluation
Strategic Planning
Community Engagement
Staff Training & Leadership Development
Student Advisement & Mentorship
University, School and Community Partnerships