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• Jennifer Albinson Program Development Coordinator

  A graduate of Princeton University (A.B., 2005), Jennifer studied American and Latin American history, ultimately writing a thesis on gender politics in the American Civil Rights Movement. She first became interested in education during a summer internship at the SEED Public Charter School of Washington, DC, where she witnessed the potential of innovative school models. After graduation, she taught kindergarten at Girls Preparatory Charter School, working with low-income students from New York's Lower East Side. Jennifer joined College Summit in August 2006.

• Ivan Barron Project Manager: New Sites

  Ivan is a graduate of the University of Washington (B.A. 1999) and Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government (MPP 2002). As an immigrant from Mexico, Ivan has experienced first hand the challenges of transitioning to college. While at the University of Washington Ivan' established a number of leadership development and community service programs for students. Following graduate school, Ivan founded the Public Synergy Group, a consultancy for nonprofit organizations and government agencies. In this capacity, over the past 4 years, he has consulted organizations in the areas of performance management, corporate fundraising and organizational innovation. Ivan joined College Summit in 2006.

• Emily Barrosse Executive Director of Business Development
  

  Prior to joining College Summit in July of 2007, Emily spent her career in higher educational publishing in Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and New York. Her experience in publishing included roles in sales, sales management, marketing and editorial. In her most recent role as Vice President, Editor in Chief of the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Languages division at McGraw-Hill, she managed the editorial department where they signed, developed and published textbooks and online tools for college student use throughout the world. Emily joined College Summit to pursue her keen interest in making a college education accessible to all students.

• Shaterri Casteel Marketing Coordinator

  After taking a public relations course at Texas A&M University, Shaterri knew from then-on-out she wanted to do pr/marketing for non-profit agencies. Throughout her collegiate career, she would visit low-income high schools to promote the necessity of college to their students. She also was a part of the recruitment team at Texas A&M, whose main focus was to increase diversity on their campus, by increasing minority enrollment. After graduation, she wanted to continue to make a difference in the lives of low-income students, who get lost in the shuffle, so she signed up with the Americorps*Vista program and was offered a marketing assistant position with College Summit in 2006. After dedicating a year of service with AmeriCorps, Shaterri has joined College Summit as fShaterri graduated from Texas A&M University in May 2006 with a BBA in marketing and international business.

• Harold K. Chandler Director of Finance and Accounting

  A graduate of Loma Linda University (BBA, 1991) and University of Phoenix, Maryland Campus (MBA, 2001), Harold came to College Summit in May 2006 with a background in higher education finance. Before joining College Summit, Harold served as Business Operations Manager at the Institute for the Psychological Sciences in Arlington, Virginia. Prior to that, he was Director of Finance in the School of Graduate and Professional Studies at Columbia Union College in Takoma Park, Maryland, where he still teaches as an adjunct instructor helping adult learners complete their bachelor's degrees. Before working in education finance, he worked in production and sales roles at Phillips Publishing, Inc. in Potomac, Maryland. Being in an educational setting for many years, Harold has always worked to help students embrace the important value of education.

• Julie Cipriani Graphic Designer

  A graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology (B.A., 1998), Julie began her professional career as a graphic designer in Philadelphia working for a few, small marketing and design firms. Looking for a more heart inspiring challenge, she then worked with a playground manufacturer developing and designing a program called Custom Graphics, which inspire imaginary play on the playground. Julie continued on and has worked with a variety of organizations serving our youth, including a National non-profit called KaBOOM!. In 2006 Julie was given the opportunity to join the College Summit team, while residing in PA. With great enthusiasm she hopes to reach out to communities using her design and marketing skills to set forth the mission College Summit.

• Daniel Dobin College Partnership Specialist

  Dan is a graduate of Emory University (B.A., 2004). Throughout his undergraduate career, Dan worked with a variety of organizations serving youth -- from helping run an after school program at an Atlanta elementary school to interning with the Alliance for Children and Families’ public policy team in Washington, DC. Impressed with College Summit’s innovative approach to addressing a critical social issue, Dan jumped at the chance to begin his career in the non-profit sector with the organization. Dan joined the development team in July 2004 and now works with College Summit’s regional teams to develop school district and college partnerships.

• Melissa Federico Director of Program Development

• Brendan Flanagan IT Application and Support Coordinator

  Upon graduation from the College of William and Mary (B.A. 2002) with a double major in Psychology and Economics, Brendan joined AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps. During his two years of service, he provided a variety of assistance to different locations including environmental work in Hawaii and disaster relief in Florida. He served as the first Camp Director for Camp Friends, a summer camp in Oakton, VA, before joining College Summit full-time in October 2005.

• Salli Gaddini Grants Manager

  A former journalist who has taught Freshman Composition at a number of universities, Salli is a strong believer in the power of education and language to inspire hope and open-mindedness. Her efforts on behalf of underprivileged youth include developing campus recruitment tools to boost college enrollment among minorities, founding a mentoring program that targeted rising 4th grade at-risk African American males in urban public schools, and establishing a community SAT prep scholarship program for low-income high school students. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1977) and University of California-Berkeley (M.J., 1979) and joined College Summit in January 2001.

• Mary Garvey National Alumni Coordinator

  Mary Garvey is a graduate of Georgetown University (B.S., 2005) and a New York City native! While at Georgetown Mary majored in International Politics, with a focus on International Law, and minored in Justice and Peace Studies. A graduate of the New York based Prep for Prep program Mary comes with an inherent passion for education and serving our young people. She actually wrote her thesis on the educational disparities in the public education, focusing on NY State. Mary has a broad range of experience which includes serving as an Americorps member and tutor for Heads-Up DC, working as a Communications intern for The Children’s Health Fund, and as also serving as the Chapter President for the Georgetown NAACP.

• Michael Gemm Director of New Sites
  

  Michael Gemm, a graduate of Indiana University (B.S. 1996) and the University of Notre Dame (M.B.A. 2002), joined College Summit in 2004 as Manager of Finance and Accounting, where he worked until moving to Project Manager, New Sites in the Spring of 2006. Michael began his non-profit journey after business school and following several years of experience in business and accounting. Before joining College Summit, Michael was an Americorps volunteer at a homeless organization and a fundraising consultant to regional and national organizations. In addition to serving as a Director of New Sites, Michael also serves as a Rap Director at College Summit’s summer workshops

• Joe GeorgeSenior Systems Support Coordinator
  

  Joe George was born, raised, and has lived in the DC Metropolitan region all his life. He has almost eight years in the IT field and has a good familiarity of non-profits as his field of study as an undergrad was in the non-profit arena. As far as his IT background goes, he has worked in non-profits, but was also a consultant doing support for the DC Government’s Office of the Chief Financial Officer, along with various other small businesses in the region. In his spare time, he enjoys playing beginner’s classical guitar, keeping up with the news, and listening to music of all kinds. He also enjoys sports like soccer and basketball. Joe grew-up in a South Indian Christian family with two sisters, with him as the the middle.

• Georgia Gillette Director of Marketing

  Prior to joining College Summit in 2005, Georgia worked in a variety of capacities for several national socially entrepreneurial organizations. As a Project Manager for KaBOOM!, she led more than 30 community-inspired playground projects. She later became their Vice President of Marketing, where she launched a new Website, wrote a set of community-building manuals and collaborated on national cause-marketing campaigns. In 2001-2003, she served as the Director of School Programs for Hands On Atlanta and managed several AmeriCorps programs focusing on literacy and after-school programming in Atlanta’s public schools. Georgia has a BA from Dartmouth College, a MA in Latin American Studies from Stanford University and a MEd from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education.

• Jay Gregory Senior Coordinator of Systems Support

  Jay graduated from Guilford College (B.S., 2002). As an undergraduate, Jay immersed himself in physics, mathematics, and computer science. After graduating college, Jay became heavily involved in community service through the AmeriCorps*NCCC program.While in AmeriCorps, he worked with low-income third graders in Coney Island, volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Albany, NY, was a wild land firefighter in Montana, and helped educational camps prepare for the summer in New Hampshire. Afterwards, Jay combined his technical background with his belief in the power of service and education, joining College Summit as an AmeriCorps*VISTA volunteer in 2005 to support the organization’s technology infrastructure and systems.

• Scott Hammond Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

  Scott is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A. ’94). Scott started his public sector work after graduation serving in Nepal as a Peace Corps Volunteer; here he used his skills to be an educator and teacher trainer. After his return from the Peace Corps, he proceeded to work as a teacher and Academic Director at a Language Institute in South Korea. As a first generation college student he has a passion for learning; he credits his grandmother for helping him place great importance on education. Scott moved to Washington DC in 1999 and pursued his passion for education as a teacher and then in starting work for a national literacy non-profit in a variety of capacities for 7 years. He was happily welcomed to the Volunteer Engagement arm of College Summit in the summer of ’07. Scott currently lives in Virginia with his wife and two kids. He welcomes questions about Nepal and South Korea, and is glad to share tips on milking a water buffalo.

• John Happs Coordinator of Counseling

• Sarah Henry Events Coordinator

  Sarah is a graduate of Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio (B.A., 2003). Shortly after graduating college Sarah moved to Washington, DC to pursue a career in social justice and advocacy. She began working as a political fundraiser for several non-profits including the National Jewish Democratic Council and the Ethics Resource Center. Sarah joined the College Summit team in the summer of 2007.

• Thomas J. Harrison Manager of Training

  A graduate of Princeton University (A.B., Economics) and Fordham University School of Law (J.D.), Tom is a southpaw Hoosier by birth but calls five other states home.  While practicing commercial litigation in New York City, he pursued two passions in his spare time: writing fiction and volunteering as a Writing Coach for College Summit.  In October 2006, he chose to pour his creative energies and advocacy skills into College Summit and giving all high school youth the greatest gift imaginable-- the achievement of human potential through a college education.
  

• Laura Jimenez Project Manager

  Laura is a graduate of the University of California – Los Angeles (B.A., 1998) and the University of California – Berkeley (MSW, 2004).  Laura’s interest in education and social justice crystallized as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Kingdom of Tonga where she taught English as a Second Language.  Her passion for public service and education led her to graduate school where she pursued studies on access to higher education for first-generation communities.  Laura joined College Summit in the fall of 2005.

• Melva Jones Strategic Events Manager

  Melva is a certified crisis counselor and social justice facilitator holding degrees in afro–history, education and administration from Howard and Columbia University. Prior to transitioning to event management work, she developed multicultural mentoring programs, taught the history of race relations and created an independent study program around understanding survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. She left academe as one of the first four recipients of a DC based Women and Politics Institute award that acknowledged her work with college aged women. As an events professional, Melva has received an award for her event planning strategy and managed a variety of events including concerts, annual meetings and youth summits. Melva works with the following quote from Marian Wright Edelman in her spirit: “service is the rent we pay to be living. It is the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time. If you don't like the way the world is, you change it. You have an obligation to change it.”

• Darin Kenley National Director of Alumni Affairs

  Darin joined the National Program Staff after serving as a workshop director for two summers.  Prior to coming to College Summit, he was the Executive Director of Kids Computer Workshop , a community based after school program that helps DC youth develop their technology skills and utilize technology as a learning tool.  He started his professional career as a New Jersey Teach For America Corp Member, where he taught Elementary and Middle school in both Trenton and Newark Public School Districts.  He holds a BA from Colgate University and a Masters in Educational Administration from the Harvavard Graduate School of Education.

• Joy L. King Workshop Staff Manager

  A graduate of DePaul University (B.A. 1999), Joy spent the first 8 years of her career as an English and Japanese teacher in the Chicago public school system. Upon completion of her Master’s degree in Educational Administration (Governors State University, 2006), she transitioned into public school administration as a founding Humanities Instructional Leader in a charter school. Her primary responsibilities included, hiring, training, and managing all the teachers in her charter network. Joy comes to College Summit after spending 7 summers in a variety of workshop capacities ranging from CS Advisor, to Writing Coach, and more recently, as Workshop Director. She has dedicated her life’s work to increasing student achievement and infusing a college-for-certain mentality in students everywhere. Joy is excited to be a full-time employee and hopes to build capacity and ignite a flame in the core staff teams that will service students at College Summit workshops across the country.

• Dana Lane Office Manager

• Christopher Lewis Project Manager

  As an undergraduate, at Haverford College (B.A., 2002), Chris studied Mathematics with a Computer Science concentration. Upon graduation, he embarked upon a career in education by joining Teach For America, teaching 8th grade math at Ronald Brown M.S., in Washington, DC. With his teaching experience cementing his desire to improve educational opportunities for low-income students, Chris moved from the classroom to the College Summit National office in the summer of 2004, where he spent two years as the Application Support Coordinator.  Chris has now joined the program team within the Program Management department, and is excited to have the opportunity to once more work directly with students, teachers, and schools.

• Vanessa Lillie PR and Communications Manager

• Jeraul Mackey Coordinator of Public Policy & Government Affairs

  A graduate of the University of New Orleans (B.A, 2005). A certified high school English teacher, Jeraul is committed to understanding how policies and politics undermine the quality of K-16 education and long-term economic growth. This passion has lead to numerous relevant experiences. He held several leadership positions while at the University of New Orleans, positively shaping the educational experience of his fellow students. As a senior, the Governor of Louisiana appointed Jeraul to the board that provides coordination, planning, policy development, and advocacy for the state's higher education system. Before coming to College Summit, Jeraul served as a strategic advisor to the Louisiana Recovery Authority Education Task Force, where he was charged with developing a plan to build high quality educational systems in areas impacted by Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita. Jeraul joined College Summit in the summer of 2006.

• Judy Madden Educator Training Specialist

  Judy comes to College Summit with more than 25 years of experience as an educator. She began her career as an English teacher at the Maret School in Washington, DC. Following her two years at Maret, Judy worked for two years as a special educator in a therapeutic preschool program in Arlington, Virginia before staying home for nine years to raise her three sons. During that period she served as president of her local Parent Teacher Association, played an active role in a number of local nonprofit organizations, enrolled in graduate school, and developed parent education programs in suburban Maryland. Judy returned to the paid workforce in 1985 as an elementary school counselor, joining the staff of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Her work in high poverty communities fueled her passion about the urgent need for equitable access to opportunities and services. Judy eventually served in a variety of leadership positions within MCPS, including elementary counselor specialist, pupil personnel worker, and supervisor of K-12 School Counseling Services. In 2005, Judy retired from MCPS to develop and direct an innovative multicultural mental health initiative at the Mental Health Association of Montgomery County. Eager to deepen her leadership skills and to better understand effective school reform strategies, Judy recently returned to graduate school to earn her doctorate in Educational and Organizational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education (Ed.D 2006). Judy also holds an undergraduate degree in English and Secondary Education from Penn (B.A. 1971). She focused on Adolescent Development while earning a graduate degree from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education (Ed.M. 1972) and studied Counseling at George Washington University’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development (Ed.S. 1979). Judy is also a licensed, clinical, professional counselor (LCPC).

• Sheldon Maye Project Manager

  A graduate of Duke University (A.B., 2003), growing up, Sheldon was a beneficiary of various organizations aiding underprivileged, minority youth. He often states, “I am successful today because of organizations like College Summit” and is inspired by giving back to those who share some of his experiences. He has been a part of numerous organizations, ranging from academic enrichment and career development to life-skills support, and making sure young adults have an alternative to “street life.” Sheldon joined College Summit in early spring of 2004 and has been instrumental in the organization's efforts to expand its program to high schools across the country.

• David Melendez Executive Director of National Initiatives

  David is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University (B.A., 1982). David is deeply embedded in the development, corporate, and education communities in both Northern and Southern California. Prior to joining College Summit, he most recently served as the Director of Institutional Advancement, Foundation and Corporate Relations for KCET Community Television in Los Angeles. David is also the former Director of Development for California State University-Northridge, where he oversaw fundraising activities for the College of Humanities, and has held both development and administrative positions at UCLA and Pepperdine University. A former James Irvine Foundation Fellow in Multi-cultural Education, David joined College Summit full-time in June 2004.

• Izetta Autumn Mobley Training & Inclusion Coordinator

• Karla Monterroso Volunteer Engagement Manager

  A graduate of the University of Southern California with a B.A. in Print Journalism (2003), Karla grew up in a low-income community outside of Los Angeles. Karla has a deep appreciation for the transformative power of education, instilled in her by her parents. She has dedicated her volunteer and professional energies towards a variety of service oriented endeavors. While in college, Karla helped run a nonprofit organization, connecting mentors with low-income, elementary age children. In 2002, she served as a College Summit Fellow. She continued her work with College Summit in 2003 by helping to open a regional office in Northern California, and then by working in a variety of roles at College Summit workshops for rising high school seniors. She was convinced by some of the kids that she worked with to make the move to Northern California, and work for College Track, an after-school college access program. Karla managed both an academic and extra-curricular program there and eventually became a Site Director. Karla joined College Summit full-time as Volunteer Engagement Manager in January of 2007.

• Ebony Montgomery Executive Associate

  A student of Prince George's College, Ebony is pursuing a degree in Anthropology.  The native Washingtonian felt compelled to lend her administrative knowledge to College Summit after researching the organization and its mission.  The proud mother plans to attend Maryland University and pursue a degree in Zoology.

• Lori Naydock Benefits Manager

  Lori draws from 20+ years of experience in office operations and management in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, and a knack for experiential learning that allows her to quickly attain organizational goals. Her career was launched at the Congressional Information Bureau, where she was groomed to be the office manager and rose to become the corporate secretary. Her most recent work experience includes a four-year stint with NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science. Lori joined College Summit in the fall of 2002.

• Erica Ojermark Grants Associate

  A graduate of University of North Carolina, Asheville (B.A., Political Science), Erica spent her formative years in six countries and received most of her primary and secondary education in Africa and Asia. Her upbringing in developing countries created an early awareness of the impacts of inequities in education. Since her teens, Erica has been involved in and supported educational initiatives and has volunteered in classrooms and orphanages in Sub-Saharan Africa, Vietnam and Russia. She joined College Summit in February 2007, drawn to the parallel between the organization’s mission and her conviction that education is the principal means of creating a more equitable and just society.

• Thomas Peng Sr. Systems Analyst
  

  Thomas is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Computer Science Engineering and a minor in Asian American Studies. After college, he had several IT roles including a position as software engineer and team lead in Silicon Valley. Looking for more opportunities to serve, Thomas spent two years in the Philippines as a Peace Corps volunteer. As a volunteer he worked in a high school as an IT Trainer, Systems Developer, and Volleyball Coach. Thomas joined College Summit in the winter of 2007.

• Justin Prister Sr. Financial Coordinator

  A graduate of Wayne State University, Justin came to College Summit in 2008 with a background in accounting and finance. Prior to joining College Summit, Justin worked as an auditor for a DC-based CPA firm specializing in the non-profit industry. He most recently had experience relating to financial reporting functions, as he served as an associate in the SEC reporting group for a Fortune 500 company. He was drawn to College Summit because he supports the organization's "mission", and believes that all students should be provided with the opportunity, resources, and tools to pursue a college education. Justin is excited about being apart of College Summit due to the passion and commitment of the employees, the pervasive entrepreneurial spirit that is part of College Summit's culture and also because it means he is part of an organization advocating social change through education.

• Rachel Ramos Program Management Coordinator

  A graduate of the University of Notre Dame (B.A., 2005), Rachel benefited from several programs during high school designed to promote higher education opportunities for minorities and women. In college, she committed to work in the field of education and educational equality, focusing on work with Latino students in Chicago, South Bend (IN) and Houston, as well as in her hometown of San Antonio. College Summit was a natural transition for Rachel upon graduation. Rachel began at College Summit as a Site Associate for the National Capital Region, and moved to the national Program Management team in October 2006.

• Jessica Robinson Director of Human Assets

  A graduate of the University of Chicago (B.A., 2000). Through her participation in a civic education and leadership program in high school, Jessica received her first introduction to a comprehensive look at social problems, combining classroom study and analysis with a hands-on internship with a community organization. In college, she became interested in working with issues of education access, and her volunteer experiences in the admissions office impressed upon her the importance of looking beyond a student's numbers to see all the potential beneath the surface. After experiencing the magic of College Summit workshops as an intern in 2001, Jessica joined the organization full-time.

• Krista Sabados National Partnerships Coordinator

  Prior to working for College Summit, Krista was a tutor for the Educational Opportunities Program at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC), an after school program teacher, and an intern instructor at an outdoor education school. A first generation college student, Krista transferred from a rural community college to UCSC to earn a BA in Sociology. Upon graduating and completing her award-winning research on low-income community college students, she wanted to implement her personal, occupational, and academic experiences to promote meaningful opportunities for low-income students at a systemic level. She moved from California to work for College Summit in DC January 2006.

• Robyn Scates Director and General Counsel

• Beverly Shelton Senior Executive Coordinator

  Born in New York City, Beverly grew up in the Washington DC, metropolitan area. Her life has been guided by nurturing children. She studied Pediatric Nursing, owned and operated her own day care center, and designed a line of children’s products and furniture. Her caring for youth extends to her own four children, including two teenagers she is actively preparing for college. She brought her nurturing nature and organizational talents to College Summit in December 2006.

• Randy Shillingburg Managing Director of Regional Operations

  A graduate of Fairmont State College (B.A. with honors, 1981), Randy has an extensive professional background in public relations, youth advocacy, community revitalization and team leadership. In the 1980s, he directed community and media relations for Monongahela Power Company and, later, Dominion Resources, where he helped to develop an employee volunteer program that earned recognition from the President of the United States. Since returning to West Virginia in 1996, Randy has focused his attention on "making a difference" in his home state. He has directed communications efforts for Kanawha County Schools and school-private sector collaborations across WV for The Education Alliance, and has also coordinated school-community relations efforts for the WV Department of Education. Randy joined College Summit in July 2004.

• Pat Simons IT Project Manager

• Oudete Swan Rap Director Training Coordinator

  Oudete Swan is an alumna of College Summit, and graduated from a former partner college, Trinity College in Washington, DC. Shortly after graduation she began working for a training and facilitation company, The Winning Edge. By her third year there, Oudete became the VP of Program Design. Now at College Summit, she is responsible for coordinating the Rap Director training program, the personal and professional development of Rap Directors, as well as other teams within the organization.

• Andrea Whitmore Director of Recruiting

  A graduate of Wright State University with a B.A. in Communications (1999), Andrea joined College Summit in January of 2008 with an established career in Recruiting and Human Resources Policy and Program Development in the non-profit, for-profit, and government sectors. Her HR career started at a nationally recognized Executive Search Firm in DC, which allowed her the opportunity to develop her recruiting and research skills. The majority of Andrea’s career was spent serving the American public as a Recruitment and Placement Specialist at the U.S. Government Printing Office. Andrea had the fantastic opportunity to create and manage the agency’s College Recruiting programs, where she discovered her passion for working with students. Prior to joining the College Summit team, Andrea worked as a Corporate Recruiter and HR Generalist for a rapidly growing IT start-up company in the health care industry.

• Forrest Wilder Director of Program Management

  Upon graduation from Principia College (B.A. with honors, 1998), Wilder served as proprietor of Sam McGee Business Services in his hometown of Anchorage, Alaska. He joined College Summit's development team in 2000 where he supported fundraising and promotional efforts for the organization, and coordinated the annual appeal, raising revenues from this initiative by 60%. In 2003, Wilder became the Program Director for College Summit in West Virginia, where he opened this new regional office and spent two and a half years managing a program that has served over 2,500 students during his tenure. In 2006, Wilder became College Summit's National Director of Program Management.

• Keith Woods Assistant Controller

  A graduate of South Carolina State University, Keith started his career in the United States Navy. During his service, he navigated a $2 billion destroyer through open oceans. As an accountant for non-profit Blacks in Government, he helped advocate for the approximately three and a half million African Americans working for federal, state, and local governments. He continued pursuit of social change by joining College Summit in December 2006.

• Lisa Yoffee Senior Grant Writer

  After serving as a Writing Coach in the summer of 1999, Lisa served as a volunteer for College Summit doing whatever odd job was necessary, and was quickly hired as the organization’s first Director of Communications. Her assorted accomplishments include starting the SummitUp newsletter, producing several organization videos, recruiting staff for the first big ramp-up of workshops, and facilitating the creation of our logo. Though she left in 2001 to focus on raising her daughter, she continued to be involved with College Summit in a freelance capacity, and is delighted to return to a full-time position on the grants team. Lisa graduated from Sarah Lawrence College (B.A., 1987) and New York University (M.F.A., 1994).