Our Team
National Team
Matt Spengler
Founder & Executive Director
Matt Spengler
Matthew Spengler is responsible for leading the overall operation and strategic direction of Blueprint Schools Network. Matt has been involved in school reform for more than twenty years as a teacher, leadership coach, nonprofit administrator, and as the founding principal of MetWest High School in Oakland, California. Prior to launching Blueprint, Matt was the Program Director of The Education Innovation Laboratory at Harvard University (EdLabs), overseeing the implementation of field experiments in districts across the country. He also served as Chief Academic Officer for Lighthouse Academies, a national nonprofit charter school management organization and as the National Director of New School Development for the Big Picture Company, where he worked with school districts and charter school leaders to create and sustain new elementary, middle, and high schools. Matt received his A.B. from Harvard University and his M.Ed. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Urban Superintendents Program.
Lori Kipnis
Chief Operating Officer
Lori Kipnis
Lori brings more than 20 years of strategic HR leadership experience within nonprofit, for-profit and public sectors. She has shaped talent management initiatives for organizations focused on K-12 Education and Youth Development. She graduated from the John M. Olin School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis with degrees in Management, International Business and Organization and Human Resource Management. Lori attained both a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation and a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification. Lori has authored blogs, articles and served as a featured national speaker on talent management topics related to performance, feedback, and employer branding. Also, she has completed the Executive Education Program Managing Human Capital: Key Strategic Challenges at Harvard Business School.
Sarah Kirker
Math Fellows Program Director
Sarah Kirker
Sarah graduated from Colby College with a degree in Mathematics. She loves Blueprint because she is passionate about giving students the opportunity to learn to love math. She joined the Blueprint team in 2011 as one of the inaugural Math Fellows in the Denver project and has worked with the Colorado, Bay Area and National teams since. Outside of Blueprint you can find her enjoying the outdoors in Northern California and adding to her ever increasing collection of books.
Ted Trevens
Director of Finance
Ted Trevens
Ted has been working in the nonprofit sector since 1990. He has held senior management positions with both foundations and direct service organizations. He holds an MBA from Boston College and is specifically interested in helping nonprofits to adopt private sector methods to improve effectiveness. Ted is an expert in strategic planning, financial management, board development, business plan development, fundraising, grants administration, and has trained nonprofit professionals in all of these areas.
Susie Hartline
Talent Acquisition Manager
Susie Hartline
Susie Hartline has been working in the education field since 1990. She has served in the role of teacher, coach, and administrator. Susie brings an HR background in recruiting to her role at Blueprint Schools Network. She holds two master’s degrees in Instructional Technology and Educational Leadership. Outside of work, Susie enjoys being outside enjoying nature with her three dogs.
Alma Trevino
Manager, Human Capital Operations
Alma Trevino
Alma Trevino has over 21 years of experience in a variety of speciality areas in Human Resources ranging from Staffing, Benefits Management, Risk Management, Work Eligibility Compliance, and all areas of Background Screening. Her career was composed of supporting one of the largest school districts in Florida. Alma has an expertise in background screening, federal & state compliance, and project management. In her previous role, she supervised the full screening processing for 8,500 employees, 10,000 volunteers, and 3,500 contractors. Alma joined the Blueprint Schools Network team in August 2022 and enjoys being a part of a team that makes a positive impact in children’s lives. When not working, Alma enjoys spending time with her family and her frenchie. She loves the beach, traveling, and listening to music.
Stephen Lewis
Data and Operations Coordinator
Stephen Lewis
Stephen has a Masters Degree in Mathematics from University of Missouri – St. Louis. He has been with blueprint for 5 years. His first year with Blueprint he was a fellow. Outside of Blueprint he enjoys solving math puzzles and playing board games.
Charles Levinson
Math Fellows Program Manager
Charles Levinson
Charlie has a Masters in Education with a focus in Community & Social Change and has worked with youth in various educational capacities. When he’s not coaching Fellows and doing math, he can be found cooking, exercising, and trying to keep up with his two young children.
Dana Smith
Grant Writer
Dana Smith
Dana is a seasoned philanthropy and grant management professional with over 15 years of experience across the full fundraising lifecycle – from prospect research and proposal development, compliance, and impact reporting. Dana began her career in education as a classroom teacher. Her career quickly evolved when she moved into a development role where she successfully secured 6- and 7-figure non-government and government grants for school districts. Throughout her career, Dana has partnered closely with cross-functional teams to craft compelling proposals and build sustained funding relationships. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Indiana University–Indianapolis.
Regional Team
Dr. Victor Ashiara
Site Manager, Washington DC
Dr. Victor Ashiara
Victor Ashiara is a seasoned educational leader with over 12 years of experience in instructional leadership, staff development, and program management across diverse school environments. He has led initiatives that increased math proficiency by 22% and overseen programs serving 150+ students, while coaching and mentoring 20+ educators to enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.
He holds a B.S. in Physics from Seton Hall University, an M.A. and M.Phil. in Mathematics Education from Columbia University, and is a Ph.D. Candidate in Mathematics Education at Columbia University. Outside of work for Blueprint, he enjoys working out, spending time with his wife and two-year-old daughter, and reading.
Ashley Barrow
Program Operations Coordinator, Yuma, AZ
Ashley Barrow
Ashley Barrow holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Mental Health & Wellness, and a Master of Social Work from Grand Canyon University. With more than 10 years of experience in education and student support, she is passionate about advocating for mental health, empowering individuals, and supporting underserved communities through compassion, collaboration, and meaningful relationships. She is excited to continue building strong community partnerships and supporting the next generation of professionals in her work. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys spending time and traveling with her husband and son.
Cindy Brady
Instructional Coach
Cindy Brady
Cindy Brady has her B.S. in Applied Mathematics from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from George Mason University. She has taught mathematics and computer science to students from Kindergarten through Adult Education in both California and Virginia and has a passion for igniting a love of learning in students. Cindy spends her free time hiking, sewing, gardening, and reading.
Christine Braunohler
Site Manager, Bay Area
Christine Braunohler
Christine Braunohler has her B.A. in Environmental Studies from Oberlin and her M.Ed. from Mills. She taught in K-5th grade classrooms for 18 years, mostly in the Bay Area, where she developed a love for teaching math. Christine recently was Head of a small independent school on Nantucket Island for 3 years, where she initiated a faculty focus on math instruction. She and her wife, also an educator, reside in El Cerrito with their three children and yellow lab. Outside of Blueprint, you can find Christine oil painting or working in her garden.
Michelle Huerkamp
Instructional Coach
Michelle Huerkamp
Michelle Huerkamp has more than 20 years of experience in K–12 education as a mathematics teacher, instructional coach, and educational technology leader. Throughout her career, she has supported students and educators through engaging instruction, professional learning, and individualized coaching. Michelle is passionate about helping educators build confidence, strengthen their instructional practice, and create meaningful learning experiences that help all students succeed. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and tackling home and outdoor projects.
Debra Randle
Site Manager, Arizona
Debra Randle
Debra is a dedicated educator with a B.A. in Education from Arizona State University and an M.A. in Education from Grand Canyon University. She is passionate about creating supportive, engaging learning environments and values collaboration and continuous improvement. Outside of her work at Blueprint, she enjoys spending time with her dog and studying languages.
Danni Ramiz
Instructional Coach
Danni Ramiz
Danielle “Danni” Harrison-Ramiz is an accomplished educator, instructional leader, and coach with more than 17 years of experience spanning early childhood through secondary education in rural, urban, and suburban settings. A Teach For America alumna and lifelong educator, Danni is passionate about educational equity, instructional excellence, and helping educators translate data and research into meaningful classroom practice.
Throughout her career, Danni has taught, coached, mentored, facilitated professional learning, developed instructional resources, and led schoolwide improvement efforts. Her leadership is grounded in collaboration, high expectations, and a deep belief in the capacity of both educators and students to grow. She brings particular expertise in mathematics instruction, data-driven decision-making, teacher development, and building systems that support strong teaching and learning.
Danni holds degrees in Human Services, English and Psychology, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and Supervision. She is a certified administrator in Connecticut and Mississippi and proudly considers herself a “forever teacher.”
Ron Schumacher
Instructional Coach
Ron Schumacher
Ron Schumacher brings more than 30 years of experience in education, having served as a teacher, director, and principal across Colorado. He earned his B.A. in English from Colorado College and his M.A. from University of Colorado Denver, and completed leadership training through the University of Virginia Partnership for Leaders in Education.
Ron has worked across all PK–12 grade levels, spending much of his career supporting underperforming schools. As a principal, consultant, and coach, he has led positive and sustainable improvements in highly impacted schools across urban, suburban, and rural settings.
He recently relocated to Arizona and enjoys spending time outdoors.
Luis Serrano
Site Manager, Bay Area
Luis Serrano
Luis graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Applied Mathematics. He enjoys helping people and attributes his success in school to tutoring peers throughout high school and college. After college, he sought and found work in education. He landed with Blueprint in 2020. Now, his goals are to teach others best teaching practices for small groups.
When not teaching or coaching, Luis can be found going for walks around Oakland trying to find new coffee spots to drink at, playing soccer with friends, or playing video games at home.
Lauren Woll
Site Manager, Bay Area
Lauren Woll
Lauren Woll studied Classics at UC Santa Cruz and the University of Pennsylvania. She came away with a lifetime love of teaching, learning, and seeing things from new perspectives. When she doesn’t get to try those things in a middle school, she practices them while crafting, reading, and studying language.
Math Fellow Cohorts
