Dr. Stephanie L. Wasmanski is an Associate Professor at Wilkes University in the School of Education, where she teaches courses in educational leadership theory, strategic planning, and educational research methods. With a strong commitment to advancing student choice and agency, Dr. Wasmanski’s research focuses on student motivation and autonomy-supportive learning environments. She has delivered numerous presentations on these topics at conferences around the world and has several publications related to the same. In addition to her role on the Agora Board of Trustees and her academic work, Dr. Wasmanski serves as a board member of the International Society of Teaching and Learning (ISETL), contributing to global conversations on innovative educational practices.

Dr. Wrightson graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point, NY and spent the next twenty-three years in the Army, seven of which were as an administrator at the Military Academy Preparatory School. In addition to earning a Master’s Degree in Psychology while he was in the Army, he earned a Doctorate in Education at Temple University and spent twenty-nine years in higher education. Administrative positions included Assistant Dean at Valley Forge Military College, Dean at Immaculata University and Vice President for Education/Dean at Williamson College of the Trades. Dr. Wrightson’s classroom experience included teaching Spanish, psychology, leadership and general science as well as being an adjunct instructor in Cabrini University’s graduate education program. He is currently retired.

Yaniv Gottesman is the CEO of LIV Associates (which stands for Life.Integrity.Values). This is a private outpatient counseling center committed to providing clinical expertise and support as you work to improve and enrich your life. Yaniv has fifteen years of experience in the business community as an entrepreneur, independent computer and network security professional.

Corvette Kittrell has worked in the field of economic development and career-connected education. She has interacted with local and national corporations, foundations, universities, and educational institutions, including the School District of Philadelphia. She has administered numerous Boards in various career areas. Ms. Kittrell is a member of the Board of Trustees at MaST Community Charter School. She has professional affiliates with an array of industry institutions. She has an MBA, MEd, and BA.

John Church graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and served in the Marines including deployments in Kosovo, Iraq, Liberia, and Afghanistan. He has held several leadership positions within the Marines and was an instructor at the Naval War College, American Military University, and Valley Forge Military College. He also served as President of Valley Forge Military Academy and College. More recently he served as Senior Marine Instructor at Bensalem High School in which he was selected as Teacher of the Year for the 2021-2022 school year.