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Lindsey Cormack is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology and the Director of the Diplomacy Lab. She received her PhD from New York University. Her research explores congressional communication, civic education, and electoral systems. Lindsey is the creator of DCInbox, a comprehensive digital archive of Congress-to-constituent e-newsletters, and the author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) and Congress and U.S. Veterans: From the GI Bill to the VA Crisis. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Bloomberg Businessweek, Big Think, and more. With a drive for connecting academic insights to real-world challenges, she collaborates with schools, communities, and parent groups to enhance civic participation and understanding.

Erica Bookman is an experienced high school educator with 18 years of teaching expertise, specializing in AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP Comparative Government, AP U.S. History, and Cambridge U.S. History. She has built a distinguished career as a dedicated educator and an integral member of the College Board community, serving as a reader and exam leader for AP U.S. Government for over a decade. Erica has also contributed to the College Board as a mentor for AP U.S. History, an independent contractor authoring exam questions, and as a consultant, helping to shape educational resources and assessments. Her passion for education and commitment to student success are reflected in her ongoing work to enhance AP programs and curriculum nationwide.

Ashley’s educational background includes a Bachelors of Arts degree in English from Georgia Southern University and a Master of Arts from American Military University. She also holds an American Bar Association Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Gainesville State College, along with eight years of honorable service to the U.S. Navy. With 20 years of fundraising experience, she’s secured more than $60 million across various sectors, and firmly believes that the human experience depends on interconnectedness as life requires citizens to become more informed, more efficient, and united for an enhanced quality of life in our communities.

Since 1980 Lee Carpenter has been working with faculty and interdisciplinary faculty teams on funding searches and approaches to funders, proposal development, and proposal submission. She has both participated in and coordinated the development of large-scale research proposals for NSF and NIH centers and training programs, including identifying potential partners and related resources that would strengthen a proposal's funding potential. She has worked on successful proposals to the Pew Charitable Trusts, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and W. T. Grant Foundation, among others.

As the Director of Operations at Everything Policy, Debbie oversees the nonprofit's initiatives to research and publish nonpartisan policy content that educates and engages the public. With experience in nonprofit management and community affairs, she is dedicated to making policy issues accessible and understandable for all audiences. Her previous roles have included community outreach and support in educational settings, reinforcing her commitment to impactful public service.

Kim Owens has been teaching AP United States Government and Politics at Shaker Heights High School since 2002. She has been involved with the AP Reading since 2003 and for the last eight years has served as the Assistant to the Chief Reader. She is a former member of the Curriculum Design and Assessment Committee, as well as a former member of the Test Development Committee for both the legacy and resigned AP Exams. Currently she provides support to AP teachers as the moderator of the online AP U.S. Government and Politics Teacher Community and as an endorsed consultant for the College Board. She is a contributing author for the first AP edition of American Politics and Government Today published by Norton. She has a degree in economics, with a minor in political science, from the University of Michigan and received her Master in Curriculum and Instruction from Cleveland State University.

Danielle is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience spanning across Marketing, Public Relations and Customer Advocacy. At Everything Policy, she oversees corporate communications, and in her free time enjoys exploring the best local restaurants with her son and husband.

Robert Holahan is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Binghamton University (SUNY), where his teaching and research focuses on environmental policy and economics. He earned his PhD in Political Science at Indiana University, working with Nobel Laureate Elinor Ostrom, and his MA and BA in Economics at Washington University in St. Louis. He enjoys camping in the Adirondacks with his dog and wife, and is a big fan of the Minnesota Twins.

Dr. William Bianco received his PhD in Political Science from the University of Rochester. He is Professor of Political Science and Director of the Indiana Political Analytics Workshop at Indiana University. His current research is on representation, political identities, and the politics of scientific research.

Wesley serves as a dedicated board member of Everything Policy, committed to fostering collaboration by providing unbiased, factual information for public benefit. With over 30 years of experience spanning both the public and private sectors, Wesley has a proven track record of building and scaling global organizations across the wireless, technology (SaaS), and next-generation outsourcing industries. Passionate about mentoring and empowering others, Wesley actively supports a variety of charitable initiatives, including organizations aiding veterans and underserved victims of crime in the United States. His dedication to service and development drives his work both within Everything Policy and beyond.

As a board member of Everything Policy, Jon brings extensive experience in public service, having served as Deputy County Executive for Suffolk County and Special Advisor to Governor Cuomo during the Superstorm Sandy recovery effort. With a background in local government and law, he is dedicated to promoting accessible policy education and fostering informed civic engagement. His commitment to community development is rooted in his years of leadership in various governmental roles, including Town Supervisor of North Hempstead. Jon earned his Juris Doctorate from Hofstra Law School and a Master of Public Administration degree from Harvard.

As a co-founder and volunteer on the Executive Steering Committee of Everything Policy, Jason is dedicated to creating nonpartisan, accessible policy content that educates students and informs policymakers. With over 20 years of experience across diverse industries including SaaS, machine learning, medical devices, and logistics, he leverages his extensive background in leadership and strategic development to promote understanding of crucial policy issues. His mission is to foster sound decision-making that improves the quality of life in America, ensuring that everyone has access to unbiased information on important topics.

As co-founder and Board member of Everything Policy, Bill provides over 30 years of experience in driving innovation and bringing meaningful impact to a breadth of industries. His diverse background in building and scaling teams, while focusing on delivering sustainable, long-term value, helps ensure organizational continuity. Bill is passionate about the effects of public policy in our daily lives and actively supports nonprofits that assist individuals who serve our country, people with disabilities, and those promoting wildlife and environmental sustainability.