Board of Directors

I Know I Can is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors who share a deep commitment to our mission of making college a reality for every student. Representing a diverse range of industries and expertise, our board members provide strategic leadership, advocacy, and support to help drive our programs forward.

Board Chair Emerita
Teckie Shackelford
School Selection Consultants

Board President
Susan Dixon
Cardinal Health

Jane Abell
Donatos Pizza

Tenzin Alexander
ARC Industries

Robbie Banks
COTA

Kelly Blackmon
Huntington

Dr. Rebecca Butler
Columbus State Community College

Ryan Clark
Huntington

Tanny Crane
Crane Group

Melanie DeAscentis
Community Volunteer

W. Shawna Gibbs-Ayers
ADAMH

Tiffany Grinstead
Nationwide Insurance

Chris Montgomery
Grange Insurance

Gene Pierce
Pierce Communications, Inc.

Regan Reilly
Ricart Automotive

Jeff Rich
Rich & Gillis Law Group, LLC

Shirley Rogers Reece
Community Volunteer

Stephanie Sanders
Capital University

Tei Street
The Ohio State University

Michael Wasch
Ernst and Young

Dr. Robert J. Weiler
The Robert Weiler Company

Ernest D. West III
Educational Solutions LLC

Ex-Officio Member
Dr. Angela Chapman
Columbus City Schools Superintendent

Ex-Officio Member
Dr. Matt vandenBerg
Ohio Wesleyan University President