2014 40 Under Forty: Elizabeth Wambui
Major Gifts Associate, American Red Cross of Central Massachusetts, Worcester
Birthplace: Kenya
Residence: Worcester
High school: North High School, Worcester
Colleges and degrees earned:
Bachelor’s degree in political science, College of the Holy Cross
Career highlights: I have always done special events but never been part of planning a golf tournament before. With the help of my colleagues, we were able to plan a wonderful tournament this past July and that gave me confidence in my ability to take on new career challenges.
Community involvement: I am part of the Young Professional Women's Association and the Holy Cross Club of Greater Worcester. This fall, I am serving on the Veterans Inc. Gala Committee.
Ultimate career goal: An executive at a nonprofit.
Non-relative you admire most: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Favorite book: “Brave New World,” by Aldous Huxley
“If I were to win $1 million in the lottery, I would … save (and) invest half, then pay bills and travel.”
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