Cortney Freshwater

Cortney Freshwater (Szlemp) is an experienced professional in learning and development, currently serving as Senior Manager at Messari since November 2022. Previously, Cortney held the position of Senior Manager, People Development at Better.com and served as Senior Manager of Global Education and Enablement at Benefit Cosmetics. Early career roles include Manager of Global Impact and Philanthropy at Starlight Children's Foundation, Manager of Annual Giving at Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles, and Operations, Events and Membership Sales Manager at Social One. Additional experience includes Director of Operations and Strategic Partnerships at LVS Health Innovations and Fundraising Manager at APLA Health & Wellness, as well as military service with the Army National Guard. Cortney holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing and Management from The Art Institutes.