BuzzCube BuzzCube

Michael Akin

Michael serves as the President of LINK Strategic Partners—a strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and social impact consulting firm in Washington, DC. He’s a community builder and changemaker committed to doing well while doing good.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Anna Bennett

Anna Bennett was a founding partner in Bennett, Petts & Associates, where she provided polling, strategy, and message development for diverse clients over 30 years. Recognized as a change-maker, she has been a LearnServe Board Member since 2018.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Ted Eismeier

Ted brings nearly two decades of expertise in education communications and advocacy. As Senior Vice President at Whiteboard Advisors, he helps education leaders, nonprofits, and social entrepreneurs amplify their impact through powerful storytelling. A dedicated LearnServe Board member, he is deeply committed to advancing upward mobility through education.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Ali Fraenkel

Ali brings an unwavering spirit as a facilitator, community builder, and creative consultant. As Chair of the Governance Committee, she has been a vital member of the LearnServe Board since 2023.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Velma Funebe

Velma brings fresh vision and global perspective as a student changemaker and social entrepreneur. A junior at UMBC studying Public Health, she has founded initiatives that blend creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship to reimagine the beauty industry. On the LearnServe Board, she is committed to advancing equity, innovation, and community impact.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Deborah Levine

Deborah Levine is a seasoned Staff Attorney with over 25 years of experience—having advised on housing, family law, and consumer issues. She has been a LearnServe Board Member since 2020.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Matthew Schaar

Matt brings global perspective and strategic expertise as Operating Partner at Accion Venture Lab, where he supports inclusive fintech companies worldwide. With a background spanning Silicon Valley tech, consulting, and investing, he brings a wealth of experience to the LearnServe Board, along with a passion for innovation and impact.

Read More
BuzzCube BuzzCube

Maurice Wilkins

Maurice D. Wilkins Jr. is the Head of People Programs and Development at Strava and a dynamic community leader. A Morehouse College graduate, he has been serving on the LearnServe Board since 2016.

Read More