Meet Our Team

At the Alliance for Learning Innovation (ALI), our team is driven by a shared commitment to transforming education through research, innovation, and policy. Each member brings a unique blend of expertise, passion, and experience, all dedicated to advancing our mission of fostering a more equitable and effective education system.

Staff
Heather Boughton
Associate Director, State Policy
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Juan Torres
Associate, Program & Operations
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Megan Zabik
Manager, Policy & Programs
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Nina Bhatia
Associate Director, Talent & Operations
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Sara Schapiro
Executive Director
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Timothy Michalak
Director of Strategic Policy Initiatives
Advisor
Bridget K. Cherry
Advisor
Advisor
Faith Savaiano
Policy Advisor
Advisor
Melissa Moritz
Senior Advisor
Board
Brienne Bellavita
Observing Member
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Chike Aguh
Member (Emeritus)
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Daniel Correa
Chair
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Karen Cator
Secretary
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Kathryn Petrillo-Smith
Treasurer
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Manny Lamarre
Member