{"id":144066,"date":"2025-07-30T21:21:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=144066"},"modified":"2025-07-30T21:29:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:29:16","slug":"da-vinci-science-center-expands-executive-leadership-team-with-appointments-of-chief-learning-officer-and-director-of-philanthropy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=144066","title":{"rendered":"Da Vinci Science Center Expands Executive Leadership Team with Appointments of Chief Learning Officer and Director of Philanthropy"},"content":{"rendered":"

ALLENTOWN, PA, July 30, 2025 \u2013 Da Vinci Science Center is proud to announce two new appointments to its executive leadership team: Dr. Hoda Ehsan has joined the Science Center as Chief Learning Officer, and Dr. Julie Ambrose has been promoted to Director of Philanthropy. These key leadership roles will support the Science Center\u2019s mission to bring science to life and lives to science through dynamic learning experiences and strong community partnerships.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Hoda Ehsan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As Chief Learning Officer, Dr. Hoda Ehsan will lead the strategic direction of STEAM education across all programs, including interactive exhibit experiences, classroom-based instruction, and outreach throughout the region. With over 15 years of experience in STEM education, Dr. Ehsan has a proven track record of integrating engineering and computer science with real-world, hands-on learning. She founded a nonprofit makerspace and led interdisciplinary programs that emphasize instructional innovation and inclusive learning.<\/p>\n

\u201cDr. Ehsan\u2019s deep expertise in both the science and the art of education makes her an exceptional addition to our team,\u201d said Lin Erickson, Executive Director and CEO of Da Vinci Science Center. \u201cHer leadership will elevate our work in inspiring curiosity, fostering creativity, and ensuring that learners of all backgrounds see themselves in science.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Science Center also celebrates the promotion of Dr. Julie Ambrose to Director of Philanthropy, where she will lead fundraising strategy, manage donor engagement, and collaborate across departments to grow philanthropic and grant support for programs and operations.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Julie Ambrose<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dr. Ambrose brings more than 30 years of experience in public education leadership and nonprofit development, most recently serving as Executive Director of the Allentown School District Foundation. Her work has focused on strategic partnerships, educational equity, and sustainable funding models that advance access to high-quality learning opportunities.<\/p>\n

\u201cDr. Ambrose\u2019s unique combination of fundraising expertise and deep knowledge of educational systems will be instrumental in strengthening the Science Center\u2019s impact and long-term sustainability,\u201d said Erickson.<\/p>\n

With these appointments, Da Vinci Science Center is poised to grow its role as a leader in STEAM education and community engagement across the Lehigh Valley and beyond.<\/p>\n

About Da Vinci Science Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

been bringing science to life and lives to science for 30 years. With our exciting new downtown Allentown location, the Da Vinci Science Center makes science fun and approachable, helping to connect people of all ages and backgrounds with the wonders of science. To learn more about our programs, visit\u00a0davincisciencecenter.org<\/a>\u00a0and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).<\/p>\n

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\nTamara Krizek<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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