Arielle Black-Foley

Arielle Black-Foley has been a Project Coordinator for the Finance, Equity, and Administration Team at the Center on the Developing Child since April 2023. Arielle supports the Center’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) and Finance Teams. She supports project and program development, coordination, and communications; schedules and coordinates meeting logistics; and serves as the first point of contact for several Finance processes. Arielle was drawn to work at the Center after attending a presentation on how essential the first few years of a child’s life are in their cognitive development.

Prior to joining the Center, Arielle worked in Continuing Education at Boston University. There, Arielle oversaw all logistical aspects related to training, including reviewing instructor proposals, coordinating program execution from conception to conclusion, and serving as the primary liaison between learners and trainers. In addition, she managed a team of multiple students, ensuring a seamless and successful experience for all involved. Arielle holds a BA in cultural anthropology with a minor in community international development from the University of Vermont.