Ellen Greeley
P’09 Riverdale, NY
Trustee, Board of Trustees, The Oxford Academy
A Career Rooted in Public Service and Partnerships
Ellen Greeley is the Assistant Commissioner for Policy & Strategic Partnerships at the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services, where she helps shape policy, build strategic alliances, and connect veterans to education, employment, entrepreneurship, and wellness resources. With a distinguished career spanning nonprofit, public, and private sectors, Ellen has consistently championed community impact and equity.
Professional Background
Over the past four decades, Ellen has held senior leadership roles including:
- Assistant Commissioner for Policy & Strategic Partnerships, NYC Department of Veterans’ Services (2016–Present)
- Development Director, The Interfaith Center of New York (2010–Present)
- External Relations Executive, UJA-Federation of New York (2008–2009)
- Program Officer, Philanthropy Advisors (2004–2008)
- Residential Mortgage Banker, serving with Bank of America, Sterling National Bank, and HSBC (1997–2004)
Her expertise includes public policy advocacy, program management, grant-making and grant-seeking, community relations, fundraising, multivariate analysis, political redistricting, and event planning.
Education & Academic Background
- M.S. in Public Policy Analysis, Stony Brook University
- B.A. in Political Science, Stony Brook University
During her studies, she completed internships with the New York State Senate, U.S. Representative John Bingham, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Why She Serves on Oxford’s Board
“Oxford Academy’s mission—to meet students where they are and help them discover their full potential—resonates deeply with me. As a parent, I saw firsthand how Oxford’s personalized, relationship-driven education can transform not just academic outcomes, but confidence and self-belief. Serving on the Board allows me to help extend that opportunity to more families.”
Oxford’s Impact as She Sees It
“Oxford doesn’t mold students to fit a template—it builds on their strengths, ignites their curiosity, and fosters the resilience they need for life beyond the classroom.”
Social, News & Institutional Links
- Oxford Academy Board of Trustees: Board Profile
- DVS Senior Team
- City Meetings: Ellen Greeley discusses the Dwyer program launch and the impact of arts on veterans’ well-being
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