Stephanie Elias – Director of Development
Stephanie Elias holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Maryland’s R.H. Smith School of Business. After 20 years in corporate retail—most recently as a Senior Buyer at DSW—she’s excited to shift into the nonprofit world as Director of Development at Columbus Jewish Day School. Stephanie is applying her strengths in relationship-building, strategic planning, project management, and team leadership to help advance the school’s mission.
A proud CJDS parent, she previously co-chaired the school’s gala and silent auction. She’s passionate about building community and driving mission-aligned growth. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys traveling, volunteering, working out, and family time with her husband, two children, and dog.