Bio
Christine works for Starbucks' Social Impact Innovations Hub, bridging the gaps between the public and private sector to uplift individuals, communities and cities through innovative programs and investments.
Christine came to this work from Broad Street Ministry, a Philadelphia non-profit that provides services that meet basic human needs with radical hospitality. Christine is certified in Mental Health First Aid, De-escalation, and Civil Conversations Facilitation. In 2018 Christine became a Buchholz Fellow with the Committee of Seventy, working towards ethical and transparent government in Philadelphia.
Christine holds an undergraduate degree in Philosophy/Pre-Law from Temple University, and after completing her MAPP degree, became a Teaching Assistant for UPenn’s inaugural Pursuit of Happiness undergraduate course, taught by James Pawelski.
She started her career as the manager of an internationally renowned art gallery, showing at Art Basel and Salon Art + Design. Like so many others, she worked in the hospitality industry along the way, building a love for connecting over ideas and a great meal.
