Lupe Jimenez-Pinto (she/her)
Chief of Staff
Lupe Jimenez-Pinto is a mission-driven, solution-oriented strategist and nonprofit leader serving as Ingenuity’s Chief of Staff. In this role, Lupe has been instrumental in driving the organization’s strategic priorities, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and amplifying Ingenuity’s mission to expand access to quality arts education across Chicago. Her leadership has played a pivotal role in strengthening partnerships, enhancing organizational efficiency, and championing equity-focused initiatives directly impacting students and schools.
Prior to joining Ingenuity, Lupe served as Senior Director of External Affairs at her alma mater, Perspectives Charter Schools, where she spent a decade cultivating a culture of social-emotional well-being and growth. A skilled brand strategist and communicator, she successfully led fundraising efforts, developed impactful messaging, and forged meaningful relationships with community partners, funders, and city leaders to advance educational equity.
Lupe’s deep understanding of Chicago’s political and philanthropic landscape, paired with her passion for education and advocacy, continues to shape her work at Ingenuity. She remains committed to expanding opportunities for young people and ensuring that arts education remains a vital component of student development.
Lupe holds a BA in Marketing Communications with an emphasis on Public Relations from Columbia College Chicago. She lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband and children. When she isn’t developing partnerships or spearheading innovative projects, you can find her exploring Chicago’s museums or enjoying time with her family.