Ali is APESF’s Director of Corporate Partnerships. Altruistic and dedicated, she values connecting with new faces and going the extra mile for others. She loves uniting corporate donors with the impact of our work, from how it effects schools to the difference it makes for every family. On her perfect day, Ali is travelling and sightseeing an unfamiliar city on foot with her family.

Jenny is APESF’s Director of Operations. Compassionate and professional, she is constantly seeking opportunities to care for others. She is devoted to providing support and encouragement for parents, and in turn, she witnesses children thriving and “reaching for the stars”. On her perfect day, Jenny is with her husband, three daughters and sons-in-law, and five grandchildren in stunning Orange Beach, Alabama.

Robin is APESF’s Director of Community Outreach. Kind-hearted and considerate, she is a natural peacemaker and prides herself on being able to see both sides of an issue. Robin loves working directly with families and schools, and she is passionate about providing financial support to the most vulnerable. On her perfect day, Robin would spend all day on Siesta Key Beach in Florida with her husband, Matt, and three boys.

Barrie is APESF’s Executive Director. Curious and hopeful, she is fond of problem-solving (she even loves detangling knots). She believes that an excellent education is the most important gift we can give children, and the tax-credit program allows her to give this daily. On her perfect day, Barrie is competing in a tennis match, surfing, and laughing with her sunburnt family while sharing tacos around a firepit.

Taylor is APESF’s Director of Communications. Competitive and tenacious, he values challenge, adventure, and mastering new skills. He appreciates serving his community with a team that cherishes the opportunity to help families navigate Arizona school choice. On his perfect day, Taylor is trekking and glassing the wild Grand Tetons with his wife followed with eating a hearty bacon-wrapped elk tenderloin with mashed potatoes.

Mark founded APESF with a clear vision to support Arizona families desiring to choose the best-fit education for their children. He has consistently been committed to the policy of “people first,” which has enabled APESF to be a leader in the Arizona STO program. Though no longer leading APESF on a daily basis, Mark continues to be an inspiration to the STO community across Arizona.