EAB Executive and Leadership Team

David Felsenthal, the Chief Executive Officer at EAB, directs the overarching strategy and operational execution for the organization's partnerships with educational institutions. Felsenthal guides the company's mission to address critical challenges across K-12 and higher education systems, ensuring evidence-based strategies are implemented to measurably improve student outcomes and institutional effectiveness. This leadership involves translating rigorous research into practical, actionable solutions tailored to the unique contexts of schools and universities. The Chief Executive Officer oversees the development of comprehensive toolkits and frameworks targeting areas such as foundational literacy, college preparation, workforce readiness, educator recruitment, organizational communications, and campus safety. By fostering collaborative partnerships, David Felsenthal ensures EAB provides customized research, implementation guidance, and ongoing support, empowering educational leaders to make informed decisions about resource allocation and program design. The Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on driving impactful change through a deep understanding of each institution's specific circumstances and capacity, solidifying EAB's market position.

Kate Volzer, the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder at EAB, shapes the strategic vision and foundational principles of the organization. Volzer's role involves driving the company's core mission to partner with educational institutions, addressing critical challenges and enhancing student outcomes. As a Co-Founder, Kate Volzer brings a deep understanding of the educational landscape, guiding the implementation of evidence-based strategies that improve institutional effectiveness. This leadership ensures that rigorous research is combined with practical support, enabling educators to translate data-driven insights into actionable solutions. The Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder's influence extends to the development of key initiatives, including those focused on literacy, college preparation, and workforce readiness. Kate Volzer's ongoing commitment is to foster collaborative partnerships, providing institutions with the customized research and guidance necessary for informed decision-making and program design, thereby reinforcing EAB's impact across diverse educational environments.

Gary Spencer, the Chief Executive Officer and Publisher and Photographer at EAB, leads the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization's publishing and content initiatives. Spencer's multifaceted role involves overseeing the creation and dissemination of research-backed materials designed to address critical challenges within K-12 and higher education. As Publisher, Gary Spencer ensures that evidence-based strategies are effectively communicated to educational institutions, aiming to measurably improve student outcomes and institutional effectiveness. The integration of photography within this leadership position suggests a unique approach to visual storytelling and data representation, enhancing the practical application of EAB's insights. Gary Spencer guides the development of comprehensive toolkits and frameworks, ensuring recommendations reflect both academic rigor and practical feasibility across diverse educational settings. This leadership fosters collaborative partnerships, providing institutions with customized research and implementation support to make informed decisions about program design and resource allocation.

Michael Kirshbaum, the Chief Financial Officer at EAB, manages the organization's financial health and strategic resource allocation. Kirshbaum oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring the company's ability to invest in evidence-based strategies that improve student outcomes and institutional effectiveness. The Chief Financial Officer plays a critical role in translating EAB's research and practical implementation support into financially sustainable solutions for educational institutions. This leadership involves assessing the financial viability of new initiatives and ensuring efficient resource deployment across K-12 and higher education systems. Michael Kirshbaum guides the financial aspects of developing comprehensive toolkits and frameworks, ensuring recommendations are both academically rigorous and economically feasible. By maintaining strong financial discipline, the Chief Financial Officer supports collaborative partnerships and enables EAB to provide institutions with customized research and implementation guidance, thereby strengthening their capacity for informed decision-making and program design.

Maritza Gomez Acosta, the Senior Chief Operating Officer, Facilities & 38 Real Estate at EAB, oversees the strategic management and operational efficiency of the organization's physical infrastructure and real estate portfolio. Acosta ensures that EAB's facilities and properties effectively support the company's mission to partner with educational institutions and implement evidence-based strategies. The Senior Chief Operating Officer, Facilities & 38 Real Estate plays a crucial role in translating the organization's research and practical implementation support into functional environments that enhance institutional effectiveness. This leadership involves managing all aspects of facilities operations, including maintenance, security, and space utilization, across diverse educational settings. Maritza Gomez Acosta drives initiatives to optimize the use of EAB's real estate assets, ensuring they align with the company's strategic goals and support collaborative partnerships. By maintaining high standards for facilities and real estate management, Acosta enables EAB to provide institutions with the necessary infrastructure for informed decision-making and program design.

James Mathews, the Chief Technology Officer at EAB, architects the technological infrastructure and digital strategy that underpins the organization's service delivery. Mathews directs the development and implementation of innovative technology solutions designed to enhance evidence-based strategies for K-12 and higher education institutions. The Chief Technology Officer ensures that EAB's research and practical implementation support are seamlessly integrated through robust digital platforms, enabling educators to translate data-driven insights into actionable solutions. This leadership role involves overseeing the technological aspects of toolkits and frameworks targeting foundational literacy, college preparation, workforce readiness, and operational efficiency. James Mathews drives the continuous improvement of EAB's technological capabilities, ensuring scalability and security across all platforms. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the Chief Technology Officer supports collaborative partnerships and provides institutions with customized research and implementation guidance, thereby enhancing their capacity for informed decision-making and program design.

Lia Davidson, the Chief Marketing Officer at EAB, directs the strategic development and execution of marketing initiatives that communicate the organization's value proposition to educational institutions. Davidson oversees brand management, market research, and lead generation efforts, ensuring EAB's evidence-based strategies reach educators seeking to improve student outcomes and institutional effectiveness. The Chief Marketing Officer translates the impact of EAB's research and practical implementation support into compelling messaging that resonates with K-12 and higher education leaders. This leadership involves identifying key market opportunities and developing targeted campaigns that highlight the benefits of EAB's comprehensive toolkits and frameworks. Lia Davidson ensures that marketing efforts align with the company's mission to foster collaborative partnerships, providing institutions with customized research and implementation guidance. By driving market awareness and engagement, the Chief Marketing Officer strengthens EAB's position as a trusted partner in educational advancement.

Rob Long, the Senior Director, Project Management Office Mes Engineering & Chief of Staff at EAB, directs the strategic execution of critical projects and provides high-level operational support to executive leadership. Long oversees the Project Management Office, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of initiatives that align with EAB's mission to improve student outcomes and institutional effectiveness. The Senior Director, Project Management Office Mes Engineering & Chief of Staff plays a pivotal role in translating EAB's evidence-based strategies and research into actionable project plans. This leadership involves managing complex engineering projects and ensuring seamless integration with broader organizational goals. Rob Long's responsibilities as Chief of Staff include facilitating communication, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and supporting the implementation of practical solutions across K-12 and higher education systems. By driving project excellence and strategic alignment, Rob Long enables EAB to foster collaborative partnerships and provide institutions with customized research and guidance.

Ashley Huffman, the Managing Director and Chief of Staff, Enroll360 at EAB, leads strategic initiatives and operational execution for the Enroll360 program, focusing on enhancing student recruitment and enrollment processes. Huffman directs efforts to implement evidence-based strategies that measurably improve institutional effectiveness in attracting and retaining students. The Managing Director and Chief of Staff, Enroll360 plays a key role in translating EAB's research and practical support into actionable solutions for educational institutions navigating enrollment challenges. This leadership involves overseeing program development, managing key stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the successful deployment of enrollment-focused toolkits and frameworks. Ashley Huffman's responsibilities include driving operational efficiency and strategic alignment within the Enroll360 division, supporting collaborative partnerships. By focusing on specialized enrollment solutions, Ashley Huffman enables EAB to provide institutions with customized guidance for informed decision-making and program design in a competitive landscape.

Patricia Hege, the Senior Director and Chief of Staff for Adult Learner Recruitment at EAB, spearheads strategic initiatives focused on attracting and supporting adult learners within educational institutions. Hege directs the development and implementation of evidence-based recruitment strategies designed to improve institutional effectiveness and student outcomes for this critical demographic. The Senior Director and Chief of Staff for Adult Learner Recruitment plays a vital role in translating EAB's research and practical support into actionable solutions tailored to the unique needs of adult students. This leadership involves overseeing recruitment programs, managing partnerships, and ensuring the effective deployment of specialized toolkits and frameworks. Patricia Hege drives operational excellence and strategic alignment within adult learner recruitment efforts, fostering collaborative partnerships. By focusing on this specialized area, Patricia Hege enables EAB to provide institutions with customized guidance for informed decision-making and program design, enhancing their capacity to serve adult learners effectively.