TEAM4TECH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director of Global Corporate Partnerships
- Partnerships Team Team Director of Global Corporate Partnerships
Alison is responsible for building Team4Tech's corporate partnerships.
She brings more than 15 years of experience in the areas of education, ecommerce, and international economic development and trade.
Prior to working with Team4Tech, her desire to support educational outcomes led Alison to create a bilingual literacy program in a dual-language public school in the Bay Area.
Previously, she built client relationships and developed and managed complex global programs at iXL Enterprises and eBay, and engaged in financial market research and policy advice at the Inter-American Development Bank.
Alison has a passion for improving literacy, and continues to volunteer as a tutor in Bay Area schools.
She holds a MPhil in Development Economics from the University of Cambridge and an AB in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.
Amy Harris is responsible for Team4Tech's revenue generation through philanthropy.
Her career in the nonprofit sector spans two decades where she has successfully secured millions of dollars for organizations serving under-resourced communities in the US and globally. Prior to joining Team4Tech, Amy served as the Director of Youth Investments for Peace First, Inc., the Director of Philanthropy for Action for the Climate Emergency, and the Director of Development and Evaluation for Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center.
Amy hails from rural Appalachia where access to education, technology, and opportunity are unequal. Her upbringing ignited her passion for community building through philanthropy and partnerships as a means to engage under-resourced communities in co-designing solutions for resource development.
Amy serves on the Advisory Board for Paper Bridges, a youth-led nonprofit organization providing emotional support for orphans and foster children worldwide. She is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Republic of Georgia, 2011-2013) and holds a BA in Anthropology and English Literature from the University of Oregon. She lives in Monticello, NM with her partner and enjoys all of the wild and wonderful places of the world.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
Claudio Sassaki Claudio Sassaki is currently an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. Before that, he was the Co-Founder and CEO of Geekie, an edtech company in Brazil that pioneered ground-breaking, real time data-based learning systems. Sassaki has worked extensively with students, teachers, schools and districts to design and implement personalized learning strategies.…
Claudio Sassaki is currently an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. Before that, he was the Co-Founder and CEO of Geekie, an edtech company in Brazil that pioneered ground-breaking, real time data-based learning systems. Sassaki has worked extensively with students, teachers, schools and districts to design and implement personalized learning strategies. He pioneered the use of technology and AI for personalized learning at massive scale in Brazil -more than twelve million students from 5,000 schools have been impacted by the solutions developed by him and his team. Geekie has been the most decorated EdTech in Brazil, having won several national and international awards and documented by worldwide recognized media vehicles such as The Economist, The Guardian, BBC and CNN. Prior to Geekie, he spent several years in investment banking and finance, having reached the position of VP at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse.
Sassaki has been recognized by Wired UK as one of the most important social innovators of the world (Wired UK Innovation Fellow), awarded by Schwab Foundation as Social Entrepreneur of the Year, and by EY as Entrepreneur of the Year Brazil. He is an Edmund Hillary Foundation Fellow, Endeavor Entrepreneur, WISE (World Innovation Summit for Education) Award Winner, Trip Transformador, and Folha de São Paulo Social Entrepreneur. His life and journey with Geekie have been portrayed in two documentaries, A New Capitalism (2017) and Going Forward (2017). Sassaki co-wrote a chapter for the book Visible Learning - Theoretical and Practical Experiences in the Classroom (2022).
Sassaki earned his MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, Masters in Education from Stanford Graduate School of Education, and he holds a Bachelor of Architecture and Urban Planning from Universidade de São Paulo (Brazil).
Job Titles:
- Director of Operations & Strategic Projects
- Operations Team Team Director of Operations & Strategic Projects
Dana is responsible for managing Team4Tech's business operations, as well as supporting the team's strategic projects.
Prior to Team4Tech, Dana worked at Catchafire for seven years where she managed corporate and foundation partnerships to build nonprofits' capacity through their technology platform and network of pro bono professionals. She supported Catchafire in scaling from a small start-up organization based in New York to a global organization. She has experience orchestrating events, designing team systems, and nurturing client relationships. Her passion lies in the intersection of technology and social impact.
Dana holds a BA in Film Studies from the University of Colorado at Boulder and is a Phi Beta Kappa member for her academic achievements. In her free time, she loves to plan road trips, discover new television shows, and play board games with family.
Job Titles:
- Senior Program Director
- Partnerships Team Team
Daria manages Team4Tech's programs with nonprofit and corporate partners. She brings over 15 years of experience with leading education initiatives, building programs and partnerships, and developing data-informed strategies to address complex challenges.
Previously, Daria worked at the City University of New York as a Director overseeing citywide college access, workforce development, and STEM programs. Prior to that, Daria worked at the UN on high-profile global and regional initiatives, and at Global Kids in New York leading EdTech programs.
Daria earned an M.A. from Columbia University and a B.S. from New York University in education. She enjoys traveling, volunteering, and spending time with loved ones.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Chief Technology Officer
- Member of the Board of Directors
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
Diane Honda Diane serves on the Board and Compensation Committee of the Hillman Group (Nasdaq: HLMN), a leading provider of retail building solutions, and on the Board and Audit Committee of Lucidworks, Inc., a provider of next-generation AI-powered search applications, with a focus on governance, cybersecurity, and human capital matters. Diane previously served on the…
Diane serves on the Board and Compensation Committee of the Hillman Group (Nasdaq: HLMN), a leading provider of retail building solutions, and on the Board and Audit Committee of Lucidworks, Inc., a provider of next-generation AI-powered search applications, with a focus on governance, cybersecurity, and human capital matters. Diane previously served on the Board of Java Joy, a non-profit organization committed to providing meaningful employment for adults with disabilities, and as an elected Trustee on the Governing Board of the Las Lomitas School District in Menlo Park, CA, serving as its President and Clerk. During her eight-year term, Diane collaborated with District leadership on financial, labor, and safety measures, and under her leadership, the Board successfully raised $130M in public bonds to finance significant improvements and modernization to the school's technology, infrastructure, and facilities.
Diane Honda also served as the Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel and Secretary of Barracuda Networks. Diane led Barracuda's global legal, compliance, risk management, human resource, and real estate functions. Since taking Barracuda public in 2012, she has overseen $300M in acquisitions and executed sales of the company to two leading private equity firms. She provided thought leadership and oversight on operational and business transformation, mergers and acquisitions, cybersecurity and data privacy, corporate culture, benefits and compensation, succession planning, ethics, and corporate governance.
Prior to joining Barracuda, Diane held executive roles leading technical and business operations organizations in Fortune50, private, and mid-size companies, in the areas of software engineering, quality assurance, information systems, channel marketing, and financial services. Diane has also owned and managed a retail business located in California, with growing revenue in excess of $5M annually.
Diane holds a JD from Santa Clara University School of Law and Bachelor of Science degrees in Applied Math/Computer Science and Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon.
Diego Nunes Diego Nunes is responsible for supporting Team4Tech's nonprofit partners in Latin America and the Caribbean as well as sourcing new nonprofit partners in the region. He is based in Brazil and speaks Portuguese, Spanish, and English. Before joining Team4Tech, Diego founded a social enterprise focused on training and inclusion of under-resourced learners in…
Diego Nunes is responsible for supporting Team4Tech's nonprofit partners in Latin America and the Caribbean as well as sourcing new nonprofit partners in the region. He is based in Brazil and speaks Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
Before joining Team4Tech, Diego founded a social enterprise focused on training and inclusion of under-resourced learners in the tech sector. He has held roles in the nonprofit sector aimed at increasing political innovation in Latin America. Diego has experience in product management, customer experience, project management and operations in various tech companies.
Diego holds a degree in Computer Engineering from the State of University of Campinas, an MBA from Getulio Vargas Foundation University, and a post-graduate degree in Social Innovation Management from the Amani Institute. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing soccer, and watching movies.
Job Titles:
- Community Manager
- Head of Research
- Head of Research and Innovation
Jody Britten serves as the Head of Research and Innovation. She brings over 20 years of experience in educational technology, digital learning, and key skills development to her work at Team4Tech. Since joining Team4Tech, she has seen her work with the Community of Practice highlighted at SxSWedu, ISTE, and as a finalist in the QS Reimagine Education awards with Wharton Business School. Jody currently sits on several AI advisory councils and is a 2023 member of the HP Futures Council on EdTech for Teachers. She supports our team in our collaborative work with Fab, Inc. on AI for Assessment in Global Education, a Gates Foundation-funded project.
Before joining Team4Tech, Jody worked in a senior leadership role at Metiri Group, managing EdTech projects of national and international significance. She launched the Digital Learning Pathways - a learning platform for professional learning related to the ISTE Standards and used by educators and leaders in over 25 countries. Most recently, she contributed as a thought leader and evaluator for the National Center to Improve Faculty Capacity to Use Educational Technology in Special Education, Early Intervention, and Related Services Personnel Preparation and Leadership Personnel Preparation Programs.
Jody is an award-winning professor, classroom teacher, and digital learning specialist. As an often-cited researcher, Jody's work in global education and digital learning has been cited by thousands of other scholars. She co-founded SheLeadsEdu, an organization that supports over 6,000 women in education through coaching, professional learning, and mentoring.
She is the mother of two kids, three dogs, and of course, a few fish. Jody Britten holds a PhD from the University of Kansas.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Chief Programs & Network Officer at Points of Light
- Founder of JA Consulting
- Partnerships Team Team
Elizabeth Schwan-Rosenwald is a leader in the social impact sector with a background in forging innovative corporate partnerships that drive substantial social change. With a rich and varied background in nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and programmatic leadership, Elizabeth has consistently collaborated across industries to pioneer impactful solutions. Her expertise lies in building strategic partnerships and cultivating networks that amplify social good.
As the founder of JA Consulting, Elizabeth has spearheaded initiatives that emphasize strategic planning, corporate program development, revenue generation, and volunteer engagement. Her clients include the American Society for Mechanical Engineers, Reading Partnership, and HandsOn Suburban Chicago.
As Chief Programs & Network Officer at Points of Light, Elizabeth oversaw a worldwide NGO network. She was responsible for building strategic partnerships that identified and harnessed resources that enhance NGO organizational capacity. At Common Impact, she served as Chief Programs Officer, managing corporate skilled-based volunteering programs for over 500 nonprofits, delivering capacity-building scopes of work that fostered nonprofit growth and sustainability.
During her impactful decade at the Taproot Foundation, Elizabeth held the position of Chief External Affairs Officer, where she directed partnership strategy, brand positioning, and revenue generation. She launched Pro Bono Week, an internationally recognized celebration of skilled volunteering, and built new resources that expanded pro bono as an employee engagement and leadership development initiative.
Elizabeth's commitment to addressing gender inequity and power imbalances in the arts led her to found 20% Theatre Company, an all-women's theater company dedicated to empowering women in the industry.
Elizabeth holds a BA in English and Theatre from Smith College.
Emily Askri As the Community Manager at Team4Tech, Emily manages the development and engagement of the Team4Tech Community of Practice (CoP), a global network committed to advancing education through technology and evidence-based practices. She organizes virtual events, drives collaboration among education-focused NGOs and partners, and oversees the platform's technical infrastructure to ensure a smooth and…
As the Community Manager at Team4Tech, Emily manages the development and engagement of the Team4Tech Community of Practice (CoP), a global network committed to advancing education through technology and evidence-based practices. She organizes virtual events, drives collaboration among education-focused NGOs and partners, and oversees the platform's technical infrastructure to ensure a smooth and efficient user experience. Emily builds meaningful connections within the community, helps members access valuable resources, and provides continuous support to create a dynamic, collaborative, and impactful environment.
Emily has over a decade of experience in workforce development, including supporting refugees resettling in the U.S. Through program development and training initiatives, she has helped hundreds of individuals gain the skills needed to secure employment and thrive in new professional environments. Her passion for creating inclusive learning and career development opportunities drives her commitment to fostering strong, supportive communities Additionally, she brings significant experience working with an education-focused NGO in North Africa, where she taught both adult and youth learners, developed a community library, and coordinated a youth scholarship program.
Emily earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. In addition to her work at Team4Tech, Emily serves on the board of a nonprofit dedicated to helping caregivers re-enter the workforce after career breaks. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and son and enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and reading.
Goutham is responsible for supporting Team4Tech's nonprofit partners in South Asia as well as sourcing new nonprofit partners in the region. He works out of India.
Prior to Team4Tech, Goutham has worked in the education landscape in India in various roles at Teach For India and Learning Links Foundation. Goutham is an alumnus of the Teach For India Fellowship Program where he worked as a teacher in an under-resourced community school. Goutham has worked as an Alumni Impact Manager for the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu and has worked in setting up Communities of Practice for the alumni community of 400+. He has also been instrumental in setting up the recruitment strategy for the Teach For India Fellowship Program for the state. He is passionate about education and strongly believes that technology is a powerful tool towards educational equity.
Beyond work, Goutham is a cat parent. He plays tennis at the club level and is a part of a two-piece music band called The Coconut Milk Project.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
- CEO of EdTech East Africa
Jennifer Otieno is the cofounder and CEO of EdTech East Africa, a home for East African edtech entrepreneurs and enablers (funders, researchers, innovative implementers, technology partners and more). Jennifer is motivated by helping ecosystem members accelerate their pace of progress in creating evidence-based, technology-enabled solutions that improve teaching and learning.
Jennifer is also the Kenya Co-Lead for the EdTech Hub, a global research collaborative supported by FCDO, the World Bank, the Gates Foundation and UNICEF that empowers people by providing them with relevant and timely evidence on EdTech. Through this role, Jennifer provides technical assistance to donors, development partners and government leaders to effectively integrate evidence-based technology-enabled teaching and learning into the education ecosystem in Kenya. Jennifer also leads the team at Education Design Unlimited (EDU), a Nairobi-based user-centered research and learning design firm that works in the areas of education, edtech and education for employment.
Jennifer has 20 years of experience working with innovative education and youth employment organizations. Previously Jennifer served as the Chief Executive Officer of Spire Education, a soft skills training company based in Nairobi serving youth and companies across East Africa (acquired by Shortlist Professionals in 2017). Prior to Spire, Jennifer led a global team at General Assembly where she spearheaded the design and scale of outcomes and community efforts (acquired by Adecco in 2017). Jennifer also served as Vice President of Education Innovation for the boutique education consultancy, Collaborative Communications Group, in Washington DC.
Jennifer has a master's degree in International Education Policy from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a bachelor's degree in Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania. She is a former fellow and coordinator of the Education Policy Fellowship Program, hosted by the Institute for Educational Leadership.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Vice President
- Board of Directors Board Treasurer
John Solomon is the Vice President, Chrome OS at Google. John drives all aspects of the commercial strategy and execution for the Chrome Operating System. He and his team work closely with global computing OEM's to develop and deliver faster, simpler and more secure computers for users. John and his team are accountable for Google's Chrome OS growth across all customer segments (Consumer, Education and Enterprise), as such they work closely with strategic partners across the globe.
John is a highly versatile and strategic technology business leader. Before joining Google, John was the VP of Enterprise and Government at Apple, leading the company's strategic entry into the US enterprise market across private and public sectors. Prior he had a long career at HP culminating in multiple SVP roles across both Printing and PC business units, and running a $20B P&L. Besides growing ecosystems, John is interested in fitness and health; In his spare time, he advises Digital Health companies on how to better grow their businesses, including Vitality Group Inc. and Movecoach.
John earned his MBA in Business from the University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business, and he holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa).
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- Executive Director
- Executive Team Team / Co - Founder and Executive Director
Julie Clugage is responsible for growing Team4Tech's partnerships with tech companies and non-profits around the world. She brings more than 20 years of experience in the world of education, technology and economic development.
Before founding Team4Tech, she served as Chief of Staff for Intel Corporation's Corporate Affairs Group and as Global Operations Manager for Intel's Education Market Platforms Group. While at Intel, Julie launched the Intel Education Service Corps, a service and career-development program that links Intel technology and 100 employees per year with non-profit organizations working to improve educational quality in communities with limited access to resources. This successful program served as a tested model for Team4Tech.
Before joining Intel, Julie worked in international development for seven years at the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, USAID, and a teacher training high school in rural Guatemala.
She is the mother of three girls and holds an MPA from Princeton University, an MBA from UC Berkeley, and an AB from Dartmouth College.
Job Titles:
- Chief Finance Officer
- Finance Team Team / Chief Finance Officer
Khanh oversees Team4Tech's finance and compliance, ensuring funds are effectively allocated to support the organization's mission and its local partners. Before joining Team4Tech, she led global operations and finance at a youth-led organization; before that, she managed program implementation across seven countries for a global conservation nonprofit. A bit of a lifetime ago, she worked in management consulting.
Khanh holds a bachelor's degree from UCLA and a master's degree in International Development and International Education Policy from Harvard University. Outside of work, she enjoys long walks-sometimes lasting weeks in the mountains-and mediating peace talks between her two children.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Board
- Co - Founder
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors Co - Founder and Board Chair
- Coursera As Its First President
Lila Ibrahim is Co-Founder and Board Chair of Team4Tech, and the Chief Operating Officer of DeepMind.
Previously, Lila was Chief Operating Officer of Coursera. Lila joined Coursera as its first President in August 2013, bringing over 20 years experience in rapid technology and market growth, including more than a dozen years focused in education technology.
She spent 18 years at Intel, holding multiple impactful engineering and marketing positions, starting as a Pentium® microprocessor designer, to establishing DVD standards for PCs, and pioneering Intel's developer program. In 2004, Lila was promoted to Chief of Staff for Intel's CEO & Chairman. During that time Lila led the Digital Village Initiative, incorporating technology into developing communities worldwide to advance education, entrepreneurship, health and e-governance. After that, she rose to General Manager for the company's education product sector (currently named the Education Platform Group) and oversaw design, development and business strategy in penetrating both emerging and developing markets. One of many successes included a national initiative with Portugal that resulted in distributing 400K PCs into classrooms and training 30K teachers in only one year.
In 2010, she joined renowned Venture Capital firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers (KPCB) as a partner leading operations and business development. Lila earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University.
Her achievements have garnered international recognition, earning her honors including: Young Global Leader (World Economic Forum), Henry Crown Fellowship (Aspen Institute), "Women of Vision" (Anita Borg Institute), "2010's Outstanding Electrical & Computer Engineer" (Purdue University).
Job Titles:
- Community Relationships Director
Job Titles:
- Mariel Sanchez As Program Director
- Partnerships Team Team
Mariel Sanchez As Program Director, Mariel is responsible for managing skilled volunteer projects and supporting nonprofit partners at Team4Tech. Prior to joining Team4Tech, Mariel was Senior Director of Program Impact at Compudopt where she led the development, implementation, and evaluation of technology education programs in under-resourced communities. These included STEAM and workforce development programming for…
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
Job Titles:
- Marketing Team Team Director of Marketing
Rachel Dougherty Rachel is responsible for cultivating Team4Tech's positive brand visibility and increasing engagement across our audiences. Rachel brings over a decade of experience in education-sector communications, marketing, and design to her role. She is passionate about the messaging, visuals, and digital strategies that mission-driven organizations leverage to tell their stories and advance their goals.…
Shida Zamani Shida is responsible for leading Team4Tech's data strategy, architecture, and management and integrating various data systems and tools to enhance operational efficiency. Shida has over a decade of experience in database administration within the nonprofit sector and leverages her extensive knowledge to support data-driven decision-making, fundraising, and program delivery. Her roles have encompassed…
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
- Management Consultant and Executive Coach
Shravanti Chakraborty Shrav is a management consultant and executive coach, who is passionate about empowering underrepresented communities via access to education. She is an expert at scaling organizations, and has 20+ years of experience leading people functions at Google, Dell, and Coursera.org during phases of rapid growth and change. As co-founder of People Runway, Shrav…
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors Board Secretary
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board of Directors
- Partner at Ycombinator
Tim Brady spent six years as a partner at Ycombinator, an accelerator program for startups. Tim spent an additional six years as Managing Partner at Imagine K12, an accelerator program dedicated to education technology startups. Prior to Imagine K12, Brady was the CEO of QuestBridge, an organization dedicated to helping bright low-income students attend the nation's most selective colleges. Before QuestBridge, Brady spent…
Job Titles:
- Partnerships Team Team Director of Global Education Partnerships