Behind every PRACTICE program and partnership is a team of people united by a shared purpose: ensuring no child’s circumstance limits their potential. We bring experience across education, school leadership, nonprofit management, technology, finance, and the communities we serve, along with genuine care for the educators, families, and students at the heart of our work. Meet the people whose ideas and commitment make our impact possible.
The PRACTICE Team
Karim Abouelnaga
Founder & CEO
Zach West
Chief Technology Officer
Ana Gonzalez
Operations Manager
Kelsey Risbrudt
Lead Generation Marketing Manager
Adam Spaulding-Astudillo
Partner Success Associate
Shirley Liriano
Recruitment Coordinator
Arquimedes Mercado
Technology Administrator
Esha Bharrat
Financial Assistant
Aaron Hartman
Account Executive
Ashley Rainey
Account Executive
Astein Osei
Account Executive
Christopher Brown
Account Executive
Kadeem Reid
Account Executive
Leigh Bove
Account Executive
Marie Rancy
Account Executive
Marty Moise
Account Executive
Looking for work that makes a meaningful difference?
Explore opportunities at PRACTICE and help students reach their full potential.
The PRACTICE Advisory Board

Ernest Logan
American Federation of School Administrators

Jennifer Kenning
Align Impact

Jacob Lief
Ubuntu Pathways
Join us in shaping a brighter future for your students — let’s get started today!