Edna Yohannes

Edna Yohannes, MBA.

Is a seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in fundraising, healthcare, academia, and corporate leadership. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Development at UC Riverside School of Medicine (UCR), where she has helped raise over $300 million for the Living the Promise campaign. Previously, Edna served as Chief of Staff at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, overseeing strategic initiatives, board relations, and accreditation processes. She is also the founder of Global Bridges, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering immigrant and underrepresented communities through social mobility and financial resilience. Edna holds an MBA and a degree in Intercultural Studies from Biola University (summa cum laude) and a Bachelor of Science in Physics.