UNITE FOR LITERACY - Key Persons
Holly has written numerous picture books for young children. She has supported children and families as a preschool director and teacher, as well as preparing early childhood educators. Holly's passion lies with connecting children and their grownups to wonder, creativity, and literacy through hands-on explorations and playful interactions.
James has been involved in many facets of small and large companies spanning sales, marketing, business intelligence, strategic planning, and management. His experience has been focused on managing and leading innovative, potential high-growth companies. James is passionate about finding solutions to the current roadblocks on the path to building better businesses.
Kurt has been involved in the acquisition and management of numerous companies in a variety of industries and has played an active role in the formation and management of many start-up companies. Kurt is passionate about working with business leaders, assisting them in building their companies, and advising them to successfully navigate all phases of the business cycle.
Mark has focused at the college level on language arts teacher education preparation, global literacy development, and national and international partnerships promoting reading and learning. Mark's goal is to support parents and young children to enjoy and share books together, creating the foundation for kids to become avid, lifelong readers and learners.
Mike has consulted with schools, Native American tribes, and large-scale international groups to make engaging, low-cost books available in every home, and to educate families on the importance of reading. Mike deeply believes that all children have a right to experience the joy of reading, and that technology holds the key to book abundance for everyone.