Marisa began their career in Jewish non-profit work as a volunteer for Friends of the Israel Defense forces while attending CUNY Queens College. She continued to work for FIDF for eight years within their Operations and Special Events department. It was here that she developed a strong passion for the sector. Marisa continued their career as an Administrator for a synagogue and an Executive Assistant for Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds, working with JCCs and Jewish day camps throughout the NY Tri-state area.

Marisa began their journey within Leading Edge in the operations department. Now working as Manager, Communications, she uses their experience within the Jewish nonprofit sector and love of design to support the communications team. Marisa has a BA in Psychology and Art History from CUNY Queens College and also graduated from The Institute of Culinary Education with a degree in Pastry Arts. She lives in Queens, NY, with her husband and two cats.