Jerrold Keilson

Jerrold Keilson is exploring the creation of a center to preserve experiences and lessons learned from development professionals and how to make this history and knowledge available to the larger community through publications, podcasts, and social media.

Jerrold is an experienced international development leader and practitioner who has held executive positions with World Learning, International Youth Foundation, and Creative Associates, among others. Jerrold has also taught international development at American University and has written and spoken extensively on topics such as the relationship between development and public diplomacy, and effective development practices. He has been active within the broader development community, having served as board member of the Basic Education Coalition and the National Council for International Visitors.