Thais Rezende

Thais Rezende serves as BUILD's President and Interim CEO, leading the organization with a focus on driving impactful change. Throughout her tenure, she has been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at elevating organizational effectiveness, notably overseeing the digital transformation of BUILD's programs. Her visionary leadership has resulted in a substantial expansion of the organization's reach, empowering thousands more educators and youth in under-resourced communities nationwide while upholding the quality and integrity of our core model.
Thais's dedication to democratizing economic opportunities and entrepreneurship education is unwavering. She is deeply committed to ensuring that all students, particularly those from traditionally underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, have access to the resources and support needed to thrive.