Meet Our Team

Chris Brown, Director
Email: c.brown@yale.edu

As the Director of Yale’s New Haven Hiring Initiative, Chris establishes and oversees all programmatic goals to expand local hiring.

Maya Polan, Program Manager
Email: maya.polan@yale.edu

By partnering with key contacts across the university, Maya focuses on implementing NHHI's internal programming, including candidate sourcing and training, effective reporting and assessment, and the strategic development of employment opportunities at Yale.

Fallon Thomas, Community Liaison
Email: fallon.thomas@yale.edu

In her role, Fallon researches, cultivates and maintains relationships with the New Haven community and Yale Affinity Groups. She manages event participation, networking, and strong candidate prospecting.