Global Interdependence Center Staff - International Cooperation

Jill Fornito

Executive Director

Jillian Fornito joined the Global Interdependence Center in 2008 as the assistant director with a broad scope of responsibilities including organizational and program management. In 2011, Jillian assumed the role of director of operations, focusing mainly on the planning and execution of GIC’s domestic and international events.

Colleen Murphy

Manager of Marketing and Communications

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Colleen Murphy began her role as Manager of Marketing and Communications at the Global Interdependence Center in May of 2017. Prior to GIC, Colleen’s previous roles in the communications field were at organizations Back on My Feet and the Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC).

Syona Arora

Manager of Operations

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Syona Arora joined the Global Interdependence Center in 2021 as the Manager of Operations. Prior to GIC, Syona worked as an operations manager in both the corporate and non-profit sectors, including the Franklin Institute, Pennsylvania’s premier science and education center.