Raj Rai is an experienced communication professional currently serving as the Director of Communication at San Juan Unified School District since June 2016, where responsibilities include directing public relations, marketing, and communication programs, as well as serving as spokesperson and leading a team. Prior to this role, Raj held the position of Communication Coordinator within the same district, focusing on media relations, crisis communication, and event planning. Raj's earlier experience includes serving as a Senior Account Executive at Edelman, managing projects for various organizations, and participating in crisis response and multicultural teams. Raj's foundation in communication was built through academic achievements at the University of California, Davis, where an MA and a BA in Communication and Psychology were obtained.