Our Team and Advisors

Nicolas Reese (Nic) serves as the Marketing Director and Program Support Specialist at the Stemtac Foundation. In this role, Nic is responsible for managing all aspects of social media, internal communication, and overseeing the foundation's digital presence. Nic's college experience in student services, including tutoring, dorm management, and academic resources, has sharpened his leadership abilities and shaped his collaborative and inclusive approach. His self-taught skills in marketing implementation and utilization have made him a valuable asset to the Stemtac Foundation, combining his leadership acumen and marketing expertise to drive impactful outcomes.

Dennis Day, II is the Director of Technology and Information Systems at the Stemtac Foundation, bringing over fifteen years of experience in interactive marketing, web design, web applications, graphics, and information technology. With a wide professional network spanning various industries, including both private and government sectors, Dennis is known for his expertise in delivering innovative solutions. His role involves strategic implementation of technology and information systems to drive operational efficiency within the foundation. Dennis' deep understanding of emerging technologies and industry best practices contributes to the foundation's mission of leveraging technology to make a positive impact.

Frank Clay currently serves as the Director of Operations for Stemtac Foundation and IVCG. With an expansive career of over twenty years in operational management, data stewardship, and real estate, Frank has consistently enhanced business processes and data governance across various industries. His substantial expertise in data handling and operational strategy is evident, showcasing a steadfast journey through technological and managerial roles, all supported by a solid foundation in systems analysis and business analytics.

Zeina Abouammo is a dedicated member of the Stemtac Foundation, where she plays a vital role in program management and outreach. With a wealth of experience as a Math and STEM instructor, Zeina is deeply passionate about empowering students to achieve academic success in these fields. Her expertise spans a diverse range of Mathematics and STEM courses, as well as Soft Skills training, catering to students of various ages and backgrounds.

Sharbani (Bani) holds the role of Project/Program Manager at the Stemtac Foundation, responsible for overseeing and assisting with ongoing project and programming needs. With seven years of experience in quality assurance and compliance-related documentation, Bani ensures the successful delivery of projects. Her exceptional skills in team collaboration, leadership, time management, and process management contribute to efficient project execution. Bani's deep understanding of process management and team efficiency enables her to drive successful projects and programs at the Stemtac Foundation.

Julianne Diangco serves as an Admin Support Specialist and Fund Development Support Specialist at the Stemtac Foundation. As a virtual assistant, she specializes in optimizing processes, providing administrative support, managing social media, and offering graphic design services to her clients. Julianne's attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement drive her to seek out new tools and techniques to deliver exceptional service. Apart from her professional skills, Julianne has a passion for food and loves to explore new places, seeking fresh experiences and perspectives.

Natalie Baeta is the solution-oriented Operations Manager at the Stemtac Foundation, renowned as a "dream curator." She excels in translating visions and goals into actionable, high-performing results. Natalie's exceptional communication skills and her dedication to treating people with courtesy and respect contribute to strong working relationships and market knowledge. She actively advocates for Multiple Sclerosis, raising awareness and creating solutions for individuals living with the disease. Natalie is deeply engaged in community service, particularly in working with youth and empowering individuals to recognize their strengths and abilities.

Tiana Orta is a driven and accomplished professional who brings her expertise to the Stemtac Foundation as the Administrative Manager and Fund Development Specialist. Originally hailing from the vibrant island of Oahu in Hawaii, Tiana now resides in Tacoma, Washington, where she passionately fulfills her responsibilities alongside her son.

Tiana's meticulous attention to detail, strong work ethic, and exceptional communication skills have been instrumental in fostering a cohesive and efficient team at the Stemtac Foundation. In addition to her administrative prowess, Tiana excels as a grant writer, contributing to the Foundation's growth and enabling it to extend its impact to a wider range of individuals and families in need.

Dr. Janice Marie Collins is a multi national and international award-winning journalist, documentarian, research scholar, creative, professor, person of service with more than 30 years of professional media experience and 20 years of teaching experience on the university level. She has also taught K-12 as a substitute teacher.

Lauren Dibble, Senior Principal at Tyton Partners, brings over a decade of experience in education and technology strategy. Before Tyton, she led quality assurance and learner outcomes measurement at Guild Education. As the senior delivery lead at Entangled Solutions, Lauren led numerous engagements across education sectors and co-created an Innovation Management practice area. Her education journey started at Northeastern University, where she held diverse roles. Formerly in tech PR at Weber Shandwick, she supported Global Fortune 500 technology clients.

Grace Gardner is a Director of Solution Exploration at Guild Education. She brings over 15 years of experience in the cross-section of higher education and workforce. Prior to joining Guild, Grace was an Engagement Manager at Entangled Solutions, where she led a multi-year consortia project for a global technology company co-designing solutions for the future of active learning with academic institutions across the United States, in addition to supporting a range of projects focused on building collaboration networks and collective action efforts in the pursuit of scaling innovation in education. Grace started her career in educational design and strategy, leading community outreach to inform long-term master planning work in Los Angeles Unified School District and K-12 districts throughout California and internationally. Since then, her experience has spanned design strategy, user experience design, organizational behavior and communication strategy for K-12, Higher Education and Workplace innovation.

Debra Watkins, with 37 years in the East Side Union High School District, retired in 2012. She co-founded Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educators (SCCABE), serving as president from 1994 to 2001. In 2001, she founded California Alliance of African American Educators (CAAAE) and Dr. Frank S. Greene Scholars Program (GSP), which achieves exceptional college enrollment and graduation rates in STEM. Co-founding Black Students of California United (BSCU) in 2015, she renamed CAAAE to A Black Education Network (ABEN) in 2017, where she currently serves as Executive Director.