Senior Advisor, Redefine Alliance

Carla Javits is a Senior Advisor for Redefine Alliance, a California-based, national nonprofit venture philanthropy and intermediary that is leading the pioneering effort to create jobs and employment opportunities for people facing the greatest barriers to work. She previously served as the President and CEO. Through her stewardship, Redefine Alliance has expanded from the SF Bay Area throughout the US, helping impact the lives of thousands of people in need of jobs by investing capital and expertise in social enterprises - mission-driven businesses focused on hiring and assisting people who are willing and able to work, but have the hardest time securing employment. Inspired by Redefine Alliance founder, George R. Roberts of KKR, Carla focuses on achieving measurable results by building the partnerships and systems to provide a business solution to joblessness among those overcoming the most significant challenges.