Board of Directors
• Meet the Board
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Rusty Clifton
Founder, President
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Steph Ott
Co-Founder, Executive Director
Steph Ott uses education to bring about important social change. She has experience in non-profit work, teaching, training, research, and curriculum design.
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Mindy Young
Board Member
Mindy B. Young is a passionate entrepreneur, educator, and non-profit leader with a unique blend of artistic vision and strategic leadership. She is a community organizer advocating for equality, mental health, arts, and education.
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Ben Gibbs
Board Member
Dr. Gibbs studies the impact of child poverty on educational outcomes. He also focuses on parenting, public health, and community issues and has a deep concern for improving how we think about incarceration in America. Dr. Gibbs is a co-founder of the applied sociology consultancy Socio.
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Bronwen Dromey
Board Member
Bronwen Dromey is an experienced attorney with a strong foundation in criminal law and the justice system, and a proven track record as corporate counsel. She is committed to fairness, equity, and meaningful local engagement.