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Board Observer
Jan 2023
When kids learn to read on time their opportunities in school and life improve profoundly. If a child cannot read by the time they are in third grade, they are four times less likely to graduate high school.* In 2022, only 33% of U.S. fourth graders and 31% of eighth graders were reading at grade level (National Assessment of Educational Progress reading assessment scores). Ignite Reading is on a mission to fix this.
Ignite Reading delivers one-to-one virtual tutoring that teaches K-8th graders the foundational skills they need to become confident, independent readers. We pair developing readers with expert reading tutors who provide daily, 15-minute, Science of Reading-based instruction that rapidly closes decoding gaps. Students across all demographics achieve the same outstanding results–an average of 2.4 weeks of reading skills growth per week of instruction–including students with IEPs, multilingual learners, students of color and those receiving free or reduced-price lunch. By ensuring all students master the foundational skills to fluently read any word, Ignite Reading empowers them to move forward and unlock everything school and life have to offer.
"Ignite Reading is one of the most, if not the most, successful interventions we have implemented in our district. The student results and program design are indisputable."
- Claudia Salvestrin, Assistant Superintendent, Red Bluff Union Elementary School District, CA
Board Member
Dec 2020
Our mission is to create a more equal world by making it possible for companies everywhere to hire people anywhere. We believe it should be easy for any company to hire any person, no matter where they are located in the world.
Board Observer
Oct 2018
G2 is the largest and most trusted software marketplace, helping 90 million people every year make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews.
Board Observer
Sep 2018
Our artificial intelligence and machine learning products deliver automation and human augmentation, allowing individuals and organizations to realize their full potential. Today, the worlds largest organizations rely on ASAPP to provide amazingly efficient and effective customer experiences through their Contact Centers.
Our Research & Development team is unparalleled, driving the advancement of AI, machine learning, speech recognition, robotic process automation, natural language processing and more.
If you are interested in working with us, please send an email to info@asapp.com.
If youre interested in learning about our job opportunities, please reach out at careers@asapp.com.
Board Member
Feb 2018
Drishti’s mission is to extend human capabilities in an increasingly automated world.
Our AI-powered video analytics and video traceability provides visibility and insights that transform the pace and impact of manual assembly line improvement.
Manufacturers use Drishti to anchor true digital transformation, driving sweeping improvements in quality costs, efficiency gains and time-to-proficiency for line associate training.
And line associates rely on Drishti to be more consistent and efficient, becoming even more valuable on the factory floor.
We work with the best global manufacturers like DENSO, Flex and many others — including 3 of the top 6 global auto OEMs and 2 of the top 3 electronics contract manufacturers. You can read about us in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Industry Week and in reports by Gartner and 451 Research.
Drishti was named by the World Economic Forum as a Technology Pioneer.
For more information, visit Drishti.com.
Board Member
Mar 2016
Betterworks is the continuous performance management solution that empowers your people to reach their highest potential.
Board Member
Apr 2015
Salesloft powers durable revenue growth for the world’s most demanding companies. Salesloft’s industry-leading Revenue Orchestration Platform uses purpose-built AI to help market-facing teams prioritize and take action on what matters most, from first touch to upsell and renewal. More than 5,000 customers including Google, 3M, IBM, Shopify, Square, and Cisco gain a performance force multiplier with Salesloft by shifting to a durable revenue engagement model, helping them solve the complexities of modern B2B sales and unlock revenue efficiency.
Board Observer
Apr 2015
Our mission is to grow the small business economy 🤝
Trusted by 400K+ businesses with HR, payroll, benefits, 401(k)s, and more.
Licensing details: https://gusto.com/about/licenses
Board Member
Jun 2014
SteelBrick is now Salesforce Quote-to-Cash!
https://www.linkedin.com/company/salesforce-quote-to-cash/
Board Member
Jun 2013
Zinc was founded in 2013 and acquired by ServiceMax in 2019. In 2023, ServiceMax was acquired by PTC.
Zinc technology connects technicians in real time with the people and information needed to confidently get the job done quickly and correctly, allowing organizations to reduce mean time to repair, boost customer satisfaction and improve employee engagement.
Zinc’s Remote Service capabilities provide the intelligence needed for headquarters to effectively support field technicians. Zinc makes it easy to communicate information to the entire company, facilitate connections and sharing among field engineers and maintenance workers, and delivers immediate visibility for management into what’s happening on the front lines.
Board Member
2012
Venture capitalists are committed to funding America’s most innovative entrepreneurs, working closely with them to transform breakthrough ideas into emerging growth companies that drive U.S. job creation and economic growth.
As the voice of the U.S. venture capital community, the National Venture Capital Association empowers its members and the entrepreneurs they fund by advocating for policies that encourage innovation and reward long-term investment. The NVCA also serves as the definitive resource for venture capital data and unites its members through a full range of professional services.
Board Observer
2011
Box (NYSE:BOX) is the Intelligent Content Cloud, a single platform that enables organizations to fuel collaboration, manage the entire content lifecycle, secure critical content, and transform business workflows with enterprise AI. Founded in 2005, Box simplifies work for leading global organizations, including AstraZeneca, JLL, Morgan Stanley, and Nationwide. Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Visit box.com to learn more. And visit box.org to learn more about how Box empowers nonprofits to fulfill their missions.
Board Member
Jan 2010
Microsoft acquired Yammer, a best-in-class Enterprise Social Network (ESN), in June 2012 to be included in their broader portfolio. Yammer is available with Office 365, and together they form the core of Microsoft’s vision for Enterprise Social: to enable companies to work like a network. By connecting individuals to a dynamic network of people and information, we help companies listen, adapt, and grow in new ways, enabling them to better understand their customers, respond faster together, and deliver innovative products and personalized experiences.
For more information about the Yammer acquisition visit: https://news.microsoft.com/2012/06/25/microsoft-to-acquire-yammer/#q9vMSIMq8d4quauT.97
Former Board Member
2010
About GroundTruth
GroundTruth is a media company that turns real-world behavior into marketing that delivers real business results. Brands, agencies, small businesses, and non-profits trust our performance-driven solutions to help them reach consumers during moments of intent that generate important business outcomes. GroundTruth’s suite of geo-contextual omni-channel products and services are available at scale through our self-serve advertising platform, managed services, and industry reseller partnerships. Our proprietary cleansing processes combine contextual mapping technology (Blueprints), owned and operated properties, and third-party mobile location data, together yielding over 22 billion visits annually.
Learn more: www.groundtruth.com
Board Member
2010
About GroundTruth
GroundTruth is a media company that turns real-world behavior into marketing that delivers real business results. Brands, agencies, small businesses, and non-profits trust our performance-driven solutions to help them reach consumers during moments of intent that generate important business outcomes. GroundTruth’s suite of geo-contextual omni-channel products and services are available at scale through our self-serve advertising platform, managed services, and industry reseller partnerships. Our proprietary cleansing processes combine contextual mapping technology (Blueprints), owned and operated properties, and third-party mobile location data, together yielding over 22 billion visits annually.
Learn more: www.groundtruth.com
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2023
Board Observer
Jan 2023
When kids learn to read on time their opportunities in school and life improve profoundly. If a child cannot read by the time they are in third grade, they are four times less likely to graduate high school.* In 2022, only 33% of U.S. fourth graders and 31% of eighth graders were reading at grade level (National Assessment of Educational Progress reading assessment scores). Ignite Reading is on a mission to fix this.
Ignite Reading delivers one-to-one virtual tutoring that teaches K-8th graders the foundational skills they need to become confident, independent readers. We pair developing readers with expert reading tutors who provide daily, 15-minute, Science of Reading-based instruction that rapidly closes decoding gaps. Students across all demographics achieve the same outstanding results–an average of 2.4 weeks of reading skills growth per week of instruction–including students with IEPs, multilingual learners, students of color and those receiving free or reduced-price lunch. By ensuring all students master the foundational skills to fluently read any word, Ignite Reading empowers them to move forward and unlock everything school and life have to offer.
"Ignite Reading is one of the most, if not the most, successful interventions we have implemented in our district. The student results and program design are indisputable."
- Claudia Salvestrin, Assistant Superintendent, Red Bluff Union Elementary School District, CA
2021
Founder
Jun 2021
Greenbridge is a family foundation making philanthropic grants and impact investments. The Greenbridge Mission is to unlock human potential while keeping the planet beautiful & sustainable.
We work on issues such as protecting the environment, ending mass incarceration, education and youth empowerment, creating a flourishing democracy, and generally taking care of those less fortunate. We also support the world’s best and most inclusive emerging investors, as well as firms leading innovation in climate change.
2020
Board Member
Dec 2020
Our mission is to create a more equal world by making it possible for companies everywhere to hire people anywhere. We believe it should be easy for any company to hire any person, no matter where they are located in the world.
2018
Board Observer
Oct 2018
G2 is the largest and most trusted software marketplace, helping 90 million people every year make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews.
Board Observer
Sep 2018
Our artificial intelligence and machine learning products deliver automation and human augmentation, allowing individuals and organizations to realize their full potential. Today, the worlds largest organizations rely on ASAPP to provide amazingly efficient and effective customer experiences through their Contact Centers.
Our Research & Development team is unparalleled, driving the advancement of AI, machine learning, speech recognition, robotic process automation, natural language processing and more.
If you are interested in working with us, please send an email to info@asapp.com.
If youre interested in learning about our job opportunities, please reach out at careers@asapp.com.
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