BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Director Amar Greene is a seasoned sales and business development executive with more than 15 years of experience leading teams, developing strategic partnerships, and connecting organizations with the talent and resources needed to succeed. Throughout his career, Amar has built a reputation for developing meaningful relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, and creating solutions that deliver lasting value. Currently serving as Director of Sales with TriSource, Amar works closely with organizations across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia markets to develop workforce solutions and connect employers with highly qualified professionals. His leadership experience also includes senior roles with Roth Staffing, Ultimate Staffing, and Randstad Professionals, where he led recruiting and business development teams, developed client relationships, coached professionals, and helped individuals navigate career opportunities. A strong believer in the power of relationships and opportunity, Amar is passionate about helping people reach their full potential. His professional experience has given him a unique perspective on workforce development, career advancement, leadership, and the importance of creating pathways to opportunity. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Amar brings a collaborative, service-oriented approach to leadership. He believes that effective nonprofit leadership requires not only strategic vision, but also a willingness to listen, build relationships, advocate for others, and turn ideas into meaningful action. Amar's extensive experience in sales leadership, recruiting, business development, mentorship, and organizational growth positions him to make a meaningful contribution to nonprofit organizations focused on strengthening communities, developing future leaders, expanding economic opportunity, and creating positive, lasting impact.

Director Calvin Liu is an attorney based in Washington, D.C. with a practice specializing in compliance, investigations, and information security. He currently serves as Counsel for Verizon, advising on issues related to compliance and account security for Verizon’s consumer business. He previously served as an Associate at Hughes Hubbard and Reed LLP in the firm’s Anti- Corruption and Internal Investigations practice group advising multinational corporations on issues related to US anti-corruption laws. Calvin seeks to maintain an active pro bono practice focused on helping immigrants establish a better life for their family in the U.S. and views educational opportunities and students’ leadership development as part and parcel to this work. Calvin is a graduate of the UC Berkeley and Columbia Law School and a proud father of two.

Director Chibundu Nnake, JD, MBA is a technology policy and government affairs executive with more than 15 years of experience across public policy, advocacy, education, and technology. He currently serves as Senior Director of Government Relations for Privacy, AI, and Technology at College Board, leading engagement on artificial intelligence, data privacy, and responsible technology policy. Previously, as U.S. Campaign Manager at Google, he designed and led federal and multi-state advocacy campaigns addressing complex technology and privacy legislation. A former Ohio State football player, Chibundu also serves as Chief Leadership Officer at Getting Better Everyday, where he develops leaders and organizations navigating rapidly changing institutions and environments.

Director Emily Yee is a Managing Director in Deloitte’s Government and Public Services practice. She advises clients in solving their most complex organization, workforce, and transformation challenges. Originally from Southern California, Emily is a proud UCLA Bruin (BA) and Maryland Terrapin (MBA). She is involved in the local non-profit community, as a member of the board for Reach Inc which promotes literacy and leadership among students in Washington, DC. Emily also enjoys traveling to new places, learning other cultures, and being an active member in her local church community.

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Director Dr. Heather N. Bennett is an educational equity strategist, attorney, and leadership scholar with more than 15 years of experience advancing transformative equity initiatives across K–12, higher education, and international education systems. She currently serves as the Southeastern Pennsylvania Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Educator Diversity Consortium and as a Senior Policy Consultant and Publishing Editor for the National Institute for Customizing Education (NICE), where she facilitates equity certification programs for K–12 school districts nationwide. Dr. Bennett is also an adjunct professor at Penn State University, teaching Education Law and Leadership. Dr. Bennett previously served as the inaugural Director of Equity Services at the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA), where she supported public school boards and districts in developing equity-centered governance tools, policy frameworks, and strategic programming. Internationally, she served as a Trustee of the International School of Bangkok and as Senior DEIA Director for the USAID Regional Development Mission for Asia in Bangkok, Thailand. Her scholarship and practice focus on the intersection of education, law, and public policy, with particular emphasis on how school policies shape the experiences and opportunities of marginalized students, families, and communities. Dr. Bennett began her career as a Teach For America corps member, teaching high school social studies in Fulton County, Georgia. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Penn State University and a Juris Doctor from Penn State Dickinson School of Law. She is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Her edited volumes include Equity Planning for School Leaders: Approaches to Student Diversity, Access and Opportunity and Equity in the Classroom: Essays on Curricular and Pedagogical Approaches to Empowering All Students.

Director Nick Wamsley is an attorney in the D.C. area who has spent his career helping organizations navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges. His practice focuses on commercial transactions and contract implementation and compliance. He understands the importance of providing practical, outcome-oriented advice and developing deep and trusting relationships with the teams he supports. Most recently, he served as in-house counsel at a Fortune 30 company. There he supported a rapidly- growing line of business in significant negotiations and daily operations. He began his career at a D.C. law firm, advising global clients on complex regulatory issues. Nick earned his Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law, and he is also a proud graduate of the College of William & Mary, where he studied Art History and graduated Phi Beta Kappa. As a lifelong public school attendee, Nick believes strongly in the importance of public education and the resources that are made available through our public school systems. He joined the Reach board in 2024 to support its mission of empowering young people through literacy.

Director Manny Egoegonwa is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Cubed Partners LLC, a boutique real estate investment firm in Washington, D.C. The firm focuses on socially conscious, entrepreneurial projects in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With nearly two decades in the industry, he has held leadership roles—including Director and Development Manager—at major firms such as Rockefeller, Bozzuto, and Clark Construction, where he oversaw projects in mixed-use, mixed-income housing and commercial construction. Beyond his professional achievements, Manny is deeply committed to community service. He has contributed his skills on committees for organizations like the Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition and the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing, and he has led fundraising efforts for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation through the Real Estate Games. Now serving on the Reach Board of Directors, Manny is driven by a passion for creating economic opportunities for all, believing that literacy is a key driver in unlocking access for all. Manny is a proud alum of both Howard University & Georgetown University.

Director A proud SE resident with nearly two decades of public service in the District, Patrice Wedderburn Taylor is a passionate education advocate who deeply believes that every child deserves equitable access to the tools to thrive. Patrice is a published author, a lover of books and good food and a fresh air enthusiast. Patrice received her B.A. in Politics with a concentration in Poverty Studies from Washington & Lee University. She received her Masters in Social Work from Boston College with a focus on Community Organizing, Policy, Planning and Administration and her J.D. from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law.

Director Randolph Chestang IV is a seasoned veteran with over three decades of leadership experience in maritime operations, acquisition, and national security. He currently serves as a Senior Naval Program Manager at Booz Allen Hamilton supporting PMS 406 – Unmanned Maritime and Autonomous Systems in Washington, D.C., where he leads complex integration efforts critical to the Navy’s autonomous systems portfolio. Previously, Randy served as the Team Submarine Internship Program Manager at Serco, managing talent development programs that support the Navy’s future undersea warfare workforce.

Board Chair Stephanie Colvin is a dynamic leader who believes in humanizing leadership through the employee experience. Stephanie serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at WCSmith here in DC. Aside from her years experience as an HR practitioner, Stephanie is passionate about the future of our youth. She strives to create an environment and culture that helps the youth cultivate their own success through education, training, leadership, and service. Through her involvement with various community partners, Stephanie continues her commitment to the youth.

Director Terry L. Jackson, Ed.D., is a co-principal at J21 Consulting Group, bringing over two decades of experience in education and mental health. He served for fourteen years as a Project Officer in the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) at the U.S. Department of Education, where he led OSEP’s Technology Program, overseeing grants that leveraged innovative technologies to improve access to educational resources for students with disabilities. Prior to his federal service, he spent five years as a Program Specialist with the IDEA Partnership at the National Association of State Directors of Special Education (NASDSE). In addition, he has over fifteen years of experience as a child and family therapist, working in therapeutic foster care, community-based counseling, and outdoor experiential therapy. Dr. Jackson is also an avid world traveler and a dedicated French learner. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from Wabash College and an M.Ed. in Counseling from Texas State University, and he earned his Ed.S. and Ed.D. from George Washington University.

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