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Stephanie Zabriskie is an author and global development strategist whose work is defined by a commitment to preserving cultural fables and Indigenous systems that sustain communities. Her writing translates complex philosophies of leadership, resilience, and community care into accessible narratives, drawing on long-term engagement and lived experience in Africa and across the Global South.

This work extends into her role as a systems leader in international finance. She serves as Managing Director at the Tavistock Group, where she oversees large-scale destination development and government partnerships across the Americas, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of Humanculture, an Indigenous-led organization establishing community-governed systems for water access, food security, health access, education, and women’s economic autonomy.

Recognized in Forbes 40 Under 40 for her leadership, Stephanie’s research on nonprofit institutions as "bridging agents" for sustainable development was published in the Journal of Nonprofit Innovation (2025). A frequent lecturer at Columbia University and Fordham University, her work informs international policy discussions on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and decolonial humanitarian frameworks. Her perspectives have further contributed to policy discussions within United Nations platforms, particularly on governance, access, and development systems.

Based in New York City, Stephanie is also a dedicated mentor and cultural curator committed to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders. She believes that the strongest global systems are built on the smallest stories.