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Who We Are

We are a team of believers; passionate, dedicated individuals that care entirely about the well-being of the quality and health of our education system and the families and students that are part of it.

Investing in the Future

Together, we are on the journey to securing a better future for our youth and for those following. With dedication to putting the spotlight on education, we are looking forward to what we can make happen.

It doesn't stop there. From researchers, analysts, educators and individuals passionate about making changes in our education system, we are excited to continue exploring the landscape and we hope you'll join us. Be sure to learn more about what we do.

Our Team

Profile - Erica Sklar

Erica Sklar

Board of Directors

President

As a Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) math instructor to middle school children, Erica knows a thing or two about education and what today's youth need to succeed. Erica's can-do attitude has taken her to not only South Korea to teach, but leads as the President of the Board of Directors for Future Forward Education with a strong fundraising background. Erica is a former political fundraising consultant to many of California's political elite.

A graduate of the University of California system and a believer that every child is a future leader, Erica is an avid traveler both domestically and abroad, loves to hike and spends time with her two cats, Gimmy and Hank.

Profile - Brandyn Torres

Brandyn Torres

Board of Directors

CFO/Secretary

As a Fund Accounting Manager for the California office of Pathway Capital Management, Brandyn brings to his Chief Financial Officer role, a finance background in accounting, financial reporting, and managing investment portfolios surrounding their cash management.

Brandyn's financial know-how includes a background as a public auditor, where he focused on financial services and performed financial statement audits and reviews. He started his career at Bank of America, where he worked for several years as an analyst in the real estate foreclosure and bankruptcy division.

A graduate of the University of California system and certified public accountant, Brandyn brings a focused approach to community and public service. Brandyn is a sports enthusiast, an avid traveler, runner, hiker and snowboarder.

Profile - Mike Ross

Mike Ross

Staff

Founder & Executive Director

I'm on a mission to create, innovate, and offer solutions for socially driven projects, initiatives, small businesses and consumer driven efforts. I'm an award-winning Developer and Engineer in voter and elections efforts, the entertainment industry, healthcare and education - all with a commitment to service through technology.

So much so, that I am the Founder and CEO to my own social impact organization. I am an active community contributor as a mentor and tutor to homeless children, among other community commitments.

I believe changing the world needs all kinds of leaders. Technology is a powerful tool to what you are leading. Let's create together and impact the world.