Adrien Khelemsky
Qualitative Researcher | Grant Writer | Community Engagement & Admissions Leader | Partnership Development
About
Education
MBA, Social Policy / June, 2008
Brandeis University, Heller - The Heller School for Social Policy and Management
Clark University
Brandeis Heller School for Social Policy and Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Arts, Business Administration, Arts
Clark University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Jewish Studies
Experience
Contract
Qualitative Research Consultant / April, 2026 — Present
Conducts in-depth qualitative interviews (IDIs) with corporate executives customers and industry subject matter experts across B2B research engagements spanning SaaS industrial and related sectors exploring value propositions customer relationships purchasing decisions and growth strategies to support client decision-making. Executes discussion guides across multi-interview studies maintaining protocol fidelity and building rapport with diverse professional audiences. Analyzes and synthesizes interview findings into qualitative reports thematic analyses and client-ready deliverables. Manages multiple concurrent engagements independently meeting project deadlines and delivering findings on schedule. Maintains data integrity respondent confidentiality and adherence to research ethics and professional standards.
THE RASHI SCHOOL
Director of Admissions, Director of Community Engagement / 2011 — 2021
Designed and executed qualitative and mixed-methods research to understand family decision-making and enrollment drivers. Conducted semi-structured interviews with prospective and enrolled families. Designed and analyzed surveys; synthesized open-ended responses and interview data into core themes. Coded and summarized qualitative data to identify trends and insights over time. Analyzed inquiry and enrollment data to support longitudinal research findings. Prepared clear research summaries and presentations translating findings for internal teams.
PARTNERSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE IN JEWISH EDUCATION (PEJE)
Associate Program Manager / 2008 — 2010
Managed complex stakeholder networks and tracked program participation outcomes and engagement metrics. Expanded national nonprofit management coach team by 50% through scalable behavioral interviewing protocols and candidate data analysis.
THE CURRICULUM INITIATIVE (TCI)
New England Regional Director / 2004 — 2006
Conducted needs assessments focus groups and stakeholder interviews to expand regional reach.
MIT HILLEL
Steinhardt Jewish Campus Service Corps Fellow / 2002 — 2004
Conducted accreditation review of University of Chicago Hillel Chapter.
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