Who We Are
A passionately dedicated team, creating opportunities for students in low-income communities to learn and develop crucial STEM skills needed to successfully enter the STEM-workforce.
Our team is making our mark on the world. Each team member brings a unique perspective and actively contributes to guiding the direction of the organization.
Leslie Marshall
Executive Director
Leslie brings over a decade of experience in education, including seven years specializing in STEM instruction for students in Pre-K through eighth grade. She holds a B.S. in Human Development, Counseling, and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island, a M.Ed. from DePaul University, and a M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology with a baccalaureate in Technology from Western Illinois University.
Leslie combines her expertise in education and STEM to develop high-quality, STEM curricula. Throughout her career, she has provided professional development for educators and administrators, promoting the integration of STEM in classrooms and supporting broader educational equity and innovation initiatives.
Hope Mukai
Program Manager
Hope holds a BA in Spanish and Biology from the University of Vermont and a M.Ed. in Integrated Teaching through the Arts from Lesley University. After an early career in reproductive endocrinology, she transitioned to teaching high school science and Spanish for 10 years. Hope has traveled extensively in Europe and Central and South America, learning the languages and cultures of those regions. She is passionate about international education, travel and service to deepen her connections with people around the world.
Avery Ward
Assistant Executive Director
Avery earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Colorado Mesa University and currently works as a medical assistant, where she is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. With four years of experience working with STEM Generation, Avery has also contributed to increasing access to STEM education and empowering underrepresented students in science and technology. This blend of clinical and community-focused experience is a key part of her preparation to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant. Outside of the professional setting, Avery has a lifelong passion for horses and enjoys spending time with them outside of work.
Our Board
Madison Carter
Interim Secretary
Senior Vice President & Financial Advisor, The Cherry Creek Group at Morgan Stanley
Madison is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and co-founder of The Cherry Creek Group at Morgan Stanley, she specializes in multi-generational wealth planning, investment management, and financial strategies that help individuals,
families, and business owners navigate complex financial decisions. With over 15 years of experience, she is dedicated to making financial planning both accessible and empowering. Committed to giving back, Madison actively supports initiatives that uplift women, youth, and underserved communities. Madison is passionate about financial literacy, education, and community engagement.
Sabrina Eldridge
Board Member,
Director, Software Engineering, Litera
“”I would not change you for the world, but I will change the world for you.”” – Amy Wright
As a Caribbean woman who has navigated a career in the male-dominated industry of tech, I know I am where I am thanks to my mother and other trailblazers that have forged the path and led the way. As a mother, aunt, coach, and now board member of this wonderful organization, I am honored to contribute to the advancement of this critical work, transforming STEM into a more equitable, inclusive, and opportunity-rich field for the next trailblazers that will build our future.
Jonathan Krause
Board President, Finance Committee Co-Chair
Founder, Chairman & CEO of Synclarity Consulting
Jonathan is the Founder & CEO of Synclarity Consulting that offers business advisory services and executive coaching to startups and small businesses in education, healthcare, and the life sciences. After over 25 years in account management, business development, sales, and training in both the public and private sectors, he founded Synclarity Consulting in 2018 to help companies build more substantial organizations.