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
Huntington Bank
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
Community Volunteer
Chris Montgomery
Grange Insurance
Gene Pierce
Pierce Communications, Inc.
Shirley Rogers Reece
Community Volunteer
Stephanie Sanders
Capital University
Tei Street
Columbus City Schools
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