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Meet Our Board & Leadership

We are led by an innovative, creative Board of Trustees and Executive Team who all share one common quality: a passion for every single student’s success.

Scholarship America’s leadership team and board of trustees bring together decades of expertise across finance, education, technology, law, and corporate strategy, united by a shared belief that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed.

At the heart of every decision is our mission: removing financial barriers so students can achieve their dreams. Our leaders bring diverse perspectives from the worlds of business, philanthropy, and higher education, ensuring that Scholarship America remains a trusted, innovative partner for sponsors and a life-changing resource for students nationwide.

Executive Team

Mike Nylund

President & CEO, Ex Officio Board Member

Former scholarship recipient transforming sponsor partnerships to deliver greater impact for highest-need students through data-driven leadership.

Richard S. (Rick) Greene

Chief Financial Officer

CPA and financial strategist overseeing all planning, implementation, and control of Scholarship America's financial operations.

Abigail Seldin

Chief Growth Officer

Rhodes Scholar and serial edtech entrepreneur driving growth through marketing, partnerships, and development to expand access to higher education.

Jonell Sanchez

Chief Product and Technology Officer

First-gen college student and Cuban immigrant; senior leader experience at ACT, National Student Clearinghouse, Pearson, and College Board.

Kimberly Hanson

Vice President, Scholarship Management

Operations and client management veteran leading scholarship delivery, known for talent development and cross-functional collaboration.

Jen Menke

Vice President, Human Resources

HR leader with 20+ years of experience across GE, Target, and Ceridian, driving workforce engagement and organizational excellence.

Nick Leonard

General Counsel

First-gen college graduate with 30+ years of legal expertise in governance, data privacy, and compliance across nonprofits and Fortune 500s.

Driven by Mission. Guided by Experience.

Together, our board and leadership team ensure that every dollar entrusted to Scholarship America delivers maximum impact for sponsors, for communities, and most importantly, for students.

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