As part of the Investor Relations team, Veneka works to foster relationships with our General and Impact Partners, cultivate a dynamic and engaging learning environment for Blue Meridian’s Partner group, and engage prospective investors in support of Blue Meridian’s mission. In particular, Veneka provides strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Chief Strategic Development and Governance Officer, CEO, and other senior leaders to design and implement high-impact fundraising strategies that expand Blue Meridian’s reach and amplify its impact.
Before joining Blue Meridian, Veneka served as Managing Director of Development at KIPP NYC, where she managed the capital campaign, spearheaded fundraising efforts, cultivated major donor relationships, and collaborated with board members to secure critical resources for the organization’s growth. Prior to that, she played a key role at Princeton University where she managed high-value donor portfolios, led international and domestic fundraising initiatives, and worked closely with trustees and institutional leaders to secure philanthropic investments that advanced the university’s strategic priorities. Veneka has worked with philanthropic organizations, including The Rockefeller Foundation, and has served as a consultant at The Ford Foundation, advising on initiatives to drive systemic change.
Veneka brings deep expertise in philanthropy, development, and relationship management, leveraging her cross-sector experience to expand Blue Meridian’s reach and impact. She holds a BA in Public Affairs and International Relations with a minor in East Asian Studies from Princeton University, and an MBA from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.