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meet the TEAM

empowering michigan kids to reach their highest level of academic achievement in reading and math

At MEC, we possess an intimate understanding of the education landscape. Our team comprises individuals who have worn multiple hats in education, including former and current educators, school administrators, dedicated support staff, and community-minded civic contributors. What binds us together is a collective fervor for nurturing students and shaping their bright futures.

Holly Windram, PhD, (she/her)

Executive Director of Hope Network’s Michigan Education Corps (MEC) Reading Corps, MEC Math Corps, and Early Learning Corps. As an educator for 20 years, Holly has served as a School Psychologist, Asst. Special Education Director and Special Education Director for the St. Croix River Education District (Minnesota), a statewide trainer for SW-PBIS, and the Chief Education Officer for the Grand Rapids Christian School District in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for three years before her current position. She has been an adjunct faculty for the School Psychology Program at Michigan State University for three years. She is the lead author of How RtI Works in Secondary Schools: Building a Framework for Success (Solution Tree). Holly has Chaired the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce Education and Workforce Development Committee and serves on multiple boards and workgroups. She spends her free time with her husband and two teenage daughters. She also enjoys yoga, hiking, wine/food, reading, and sleeping.

Executive Director

HWindram@hopenetwork.org

Thomas Bobo, (he/him)

AmeriCorps Program Director of Hope Network’s Michigan Education Corps (MEC) Reading Corps, MEC Math Corps, and Early Learning Corps. Having been an educator for 18 years, Tom has served as a classroom teacher, Academic Program Coordinator for the LOOP After School Program in Grand Rapids Public Schools and The Schools of Hope Program Coordinator at the Heart of West Michigan United Way prior to his current position. He has partnered with AmeriCorps colleagues around Michigan in the efforts to promote and support those interested in making a difference through national service, including the launch of the West Michigan AmeriCorps Collaborative. He spends his free time traveling and antique hunting with his wife and attending sporting events for his children. He enjoys following University of Michigan athletics, professional wrestling, podcasting, baseball statistics and public address announcing for The Potter’s House High School Athletic Department.

Senior AmeriCorps Program Director

TBobo@hopenetwork.org

Renee Borg, MA

Renee Borg is Michigan Education Corps’ Director of Programming and Operations. She manages and leads the program implementation and operations for all MEC programs. She has been with MEC since it started in Michigan back in 2012. Prior to joining MEC, she managed and led the Schools of Hope After School program at Heart of West Michigan United Way for six years. She was a 5th and 6th grade Math and Science teacher, before moving into the nonprofit world. When the summer months come, you will find Renee boating on Lake Michigan, working in the yard, walking, biking, hiking (or any kind of exercise) or casually enjoying a cold beverage on the weekend. Renee has a M.A. in Elementary Education and B.S. in Health Science.

Director of Programming & Operations

RBorg@hopenetwork.org

Karandeep Sandhu, M.Ed, (she/her)

Karandeep leads and coordinates the necessary training and development for AmeriCorps members when they start their service, along with focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within MEC. Karandeep is also here to support members in further credentialing and workforce development if members are interested. Karandeep received her Bachelor of Applied Arts in Broadcasting & Cinematic Arts from Central Michigan University in 2016. Karandeep also obtained her Master of Education from Seattle University in 2019.

Karandeep is a proud Punjabi and Sikh American. Karandeep is extremely passionate about social justice and advocating for her community and loves to serve others as part of her Sikh heritage. Before beginning this role, Karandeep worked with adult learners in higher education settings, including Central Michigan University, Seattle University, Cornish College of the Arts, and, most recently, the University of Washington Bothell. Karandeep returned back to the Metro Detroit area after ten years and loves everything in Detroit. Karandeep loves to spend time with her friends, family, and tabby cat and work out in her free time. Her number one passion is traveling, and she has traveled to around 22 countries and approximately 20 states within the U.S.

Learning & Development Coordinator

KKsandhu@hopenetwork.org

Ariel DuVal-Zinn, MPH, PHR, (she/her)

Ariel leads the recruitment and selection process for AmeriCorps members, and identifies education and certification opportunities for members to begin or further their career in the education field. Ariel previously served as an AmeriCorps member with Cherry Health’s AmeriCorps program in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and has worked in literacy programming for 8 years. She is the proud momma of three cats (which you will often see in interviews) and one dog. In her free time, you can find Ariel gardening, hiking, playing board games and enjoying new craft beers.

MEC Talent Acquisition Supervisor

ADuvalZinn@hopenetwork.org

Kaye Sutherland, (she/her)

As an AmeriCorps Program Director, Kaye works in partnership with MEC’s Senior Program Director and Program Coordinators to facilitate MEC program activities including member engagement, member recruitment and AmeriCorps program compliance. In this role, Kaye provides support to MEC members ensuring they have the resources needed to best serve kids and to make the most of their AmeriCorps experience. Kaye is passionate about helping to create equitable opportunities in schools and communities. Kaye has worked in AmeriCorps programming for 9 years and previously served as an AmeriCorps member at Wayne State University’s Center for Urban Studies in Detroit. Kaye graduated from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University in 2010. In her free time, you can find Kaye hunting for “treasures” at thrift stores, soaking up the sun and relaxing with family and friends.

AmeriCorps Program Director

KSutherland@hopenetwork.org

Madison Archer, (she/her)

Madison helps provide AmeriCorps members’ service sites and her MEC team members with the support necessary to help ensure program integrity and successful completion of the AmeriCorps terms of service. Archer received her Bachelors of Science from Michigan State University and has been a dedicated Spartan all her life. Archer has always been passionate about making connections with people and helping them into new opportunities. Before she began this role with MEC, Archer served in an AmeriCorps program serving low income, underrepresented high school students in discovering their path after high school. In her free time and on weekends, Archer enjoys spending time with her family and friends in the sun near the lake as well as curling up with a nice book and her cats.

MEC Program Coordinator

MadisonArcher@hopenetwork.org

Pam Harris

Pam helps provide AmeriCorps members’ service sites and her MEC team members with the support necessary to help ensure program integrity and successful completion of the AmeriCorps terms of service. She received her Associate of Arts from Muskegon Community College, Bachelor of Arts from Grand Valley State University, and her Master of Arts from Wheaton College, in Wheaton, IL. Pam has always been passionate about helping her community wherever she may live. Before she began this role with MEC, Pam worked for a hospital, a church and Christian ministry, educational institutions, and has volunteered for many different community organizations. In her free time, Pam enjoys traveling, walking/hiking with her dog, reading, photography, flower gardening, and rock collecting.

MEC Program Coordinator

plharris@hopenetwork.org

Grace Kelley

Grace Kelley is a dedicated and accomplished educator with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Spanish. She is bilingual in Spanish and English and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Foreign Language Teaching. With extensive teaching certifications across various subjects and grade levels, Grace brings a wealth of experience to the classroom. She served as the First Program Coordinator with MEC from 2015 to 2020, where she made significant contributions to the organization's growth and success. Grace's expertise extends beyond the classroom as she trains teachers on project/task-based learning methods. Outside of teaching, she enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, writing music, and reading. Grace's multifaceted background and passion for teaching create engaging learning environments for her students.

Reading Support Scholars Program Manager

gkelley@hopenetwork.org

Gina Setter, (she/her)

Driven by a desire to make a positive impact on her community and contribute to a brighter educational future for children, Gina plays an instrumental role in Michigan Education Corp by assisting with the recruitment and onboarding process. Outside of her professional life, Gina’s favorite pastime is getting lost in the pages of a good book, fueling her passion for knowledge and growth.

Recruitment and Onboarding Assistant

GSetter@hopenetwork.org

Rio Timmerman, (she/her)

Uniting her passion for promoting a brighter future for Michigan students and recruiting the right people to facilitate that future - Rio will be assisting with both Marketing and Recruitment. As a Marketing and Recruitment assistant, Rio will play a critical role in helping AmeriCorps attract and recruit top talent. She will also support social media marketing efforts and marketing campaigns! In her leisure time, Rio has a love for traveling to new places and discovering the history of unfamiliar cities. When she isn't traveling, Rio can be found enjoying the company of her family and cat.

Marketing and Recruitment Assistant

RTimmerman@hopenetwork.org

Miles Green, MMC, BA, (he/him)

Miles is the communications and marketing specialist for the MEC team. He assists in telling the stories of MEC members, community partners, creating front facing materials, and supporting member engagement and recruitment. He earned his master’s in Mass Media Communications at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. For three years, he worked as an international community engagement specialist and youth development specialist while serving in Peace Corps Ukraine. He has a passion for video storytelling and making people smile.

Contact Us

School, District or ISD Staff Member Requesting Information About MEC Programs.

Information About Serving as an MEC AmeriCorps Member.

Media Requests

Presentation Requests

Meeting Requests

MEC Print Material Request

Questions About Member Training

Other

NEED HELP?

meet the TEAM

empowering michigan kids to reach their highest level of academic achievement in reading and math

Executive Director

HWindram@hopenetwork.org

Senior AmeriCorps Program Director

TBobo@hopenetwork.org

Director of Programming & Operations

RBorg@hopenetwork.org

Learning & Development Coordinator

KKsandhu@hopenetwork.org

MEC Talent Acquisition Supervisor

ADuvalZinn@hopenetwork.org

AmeriCorps Program Director

KSutherland@hopenetwork.org

MEC Program Coordinator

MadisonArcher@hopenetwork.org

MEC Program Coordinator

plharris@hopenetwork.org

Reading Support Scholars Program Manager

gkelley@hopenetwork.org

Recruitment and Onboarding Assistant

GSetter@hopenetwork.org

Marketing and Recruitment Assistant

RTimmerman@hopenetwork.org

Communications and Marketing Specialist

MilesGreen@hopenetwork.org