Mission to Empower Armenia: Bree Carriglio

Bree Carriglio shares her transformative journey from a successful corporate career in marketing to her current role as the executive director of a nonprofit organization focused on empowering vulnerable populations in Armenia. Bree discusses the emotional connection to her Armenian heritage, the challenges of career change, and the significant impact of nonprofit work. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, curiosity, and asking questions, especially regarding personal history and identity. Bree also provides insights into the organization's multifaceted approach to development, addressing healthcare, education, and economic growth in Armenia.Bree is the Executive Director of Development and Institutional Marketing at the Fund for Armenian Relief (FAR), where she leads strategic development initiatives, institutional partnerships, and communications toadvance FAR’s mission of supporting vulnerable communities in Armenia. With over 20 years of experience in nonprofit development, marketing, and brand strategy, Bree has been instrumental in driving impactful fundraising efforts,particularly in humanitarian aid, healthcare, and education programs.

Her expertise in crafting compelling messaging and donorengagement strategies has been featured in publications such as Forbes, where she writes about fundraising, philanthropy, and nonprofit communications. Breeholds a degree in English Language and Literature from Barnard College and remains dedicated to leveraging storytelling and strategic partnerships to drive meaningful change.