Nina joined NEEP in October of 2024 as the Grants Manager. In this role, she manages grant proposals and reports for foundations, and federal and state agencies, researches new funding initiatives and opportunities, and builds and maintains relationships with funders. She collaborates with teams across the organization to provide smooth and efficient project management.
Prior to joining NEEP, Nina worked at the Barr Foundation as the Climate Program Assistant, providing operational and programmatic support for the team's three focus areas: Clean Energy, Mobility and Resilience. She also has experience working in healthcare, providing administrative support to an operating department and began her professional career as an ESL teacher in South Korea.
Nina graduated from Manhattanville University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Creative and Professional Writing. She also holds a Graduate Certificate from the Harvard Extension School in Environmental Policy and International Development.
Q: What book is currently on your nightstand?
A: I recently finished reading Solito: A Memoir by Javier Zamora, and it is now on my list of favorite books. Not only was it impossible to put the book down, but the author's journey is one, I think, will always stay with its readers.
Q: If you weren't working at NEEP, what other job would you have?
A: I would be a professional youth soccer coach. I currently am a volunteer soccer coach, and love to bridge technical soccer skills with life skills and empowerment through the game.
Q: If you could spend one week anywhere in the world, where would it be? Why?
A: I would spend a week in South Korea. I lived there from 2010-2012 and haven't been back since. I loved the people and culture, accessible transportation systems, and both the country and cityscapes.