Meet Our Team

Faculty Engagement

We know how unique and challenging lab courses are to manage. To help, we engage you from the start with a scientist who has taught laboratory courses and can show you how technology can have a huge impact on improving teaching and learning experiences within your department.

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ERICA ANDERSON, M.S.
Senior Account Executive

Erica is a chemical engineer, polymer chemist, and seasoned teaching assistant with a passion for making STEM education as smooth and effective as possible. With experience in research and development in both academic and industrial settings, she brings a unique perspective to educators and the next generation of scientists and engineers.

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GRIFFIN BURRESS
Account Development Scientist

Griffin, a '23 graduate from The University of Cincinnati, thrives off client satisfaction; with a key belief in mind that genuine and long-lasting relationships should be first priority in any business.

During his tenure studying at San Diego State—Burress found his passion for the Education space. Where he worked with thousands of students to help them better their learning and workflows, he was also able to work with their professors in implementing the necessary technologies to do so. While studying Business at SDSU Burress received specializations in Professional Selling and Client Management, as well as over 3 years of experience in Advertising Creative.

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AUGUST CLEVENGER, MBA
Senior Account Executive

August is a biologist with a robust background in both science and industry. He earned his Bachelor's degree from Purdue University, where he contributed to developmental biology research and served as a peer tutor. After earning an MBA from Ball State University, he went on to work in preclinical research before joining Catalyst. August loves discussing genetics, molecular biology, and the latest trends in biotechnology. His experiences as a tutor and graduate teaching assistant have fueled an enthusiasm for learning and empowering STEM educators to help students achieve their full potential.

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DANTE STATEN, M.S.
Account Development Scientist

Dante is a sales leader with a strong scientific background, leveraging his expertise as a researcher, chemist, and laboratory coordinator to drive impactful solutions in education and laboratory technology. With extensive experience setting up labs, working with analytical instruments, and teaching, he excels at identifying customer needs and delivering value-driven solutions. Passionate about improving student success outcomes, he combines his technical knowledge with a strategic sales approach to help institutions optimize their laboratory programs and enhance learning experiences.

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PEYTON STEWART, M.S.
Account Development Scientist

Peyton brings a strong background in physics and education to Catalyst Education, having instructed physics labs and contributed to lab manual development at Clemson University. With a Master’s degree in Physics and hands-on experience as a teaching assistant, he is passionate about using technology to streamline lab operations. Now, as an Account Executive, he works closely with coordinators and large courses to enhance efficiency and improve the student lab experience.

JOANNA SUTTON, MAT
Senior Account Executive

Joanna graduated with a BS in mechanical engineering and a minor in graphic design and advertising. Shortly thereafter, she took her career in a different direction with Teach for America, serving in Elizabeth, New Jersey as a high school math and engineering teacher while obtaining her Masters in education. It was through Teach for America that she discovered her passion for education. Her time as a teacher was spent in NJ, Philly, Dallas, and Chula Vista before finally exiting the classroom. Since her time as a teacher, she has found a way to feed her passion for education by joining Catalyst Education, where she is now an Account Executive for the south western United States. A New Jersey native, now Joanna lives in sunny southern California, San Diego. During off hours, she enjoys walking her pups to the ocean, outdoor activities like hiking and surfing, artistic ventures including graphic design, silversmithing, and pottery.

Instructional Design

Leverage our team's rich background in lab instruction and technical skills to tailor technology solutions that meet your lab's unique needs, ensuring a smooth transition for professors as they transition to the LabFlow platform.

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NABILAH CARLON, PH.D
Instructional Designer

With over a decade of experience in higher education, Nabilah has taught both small and large courses across diverse modalities. She has designed and delivered a wide range of chemistry courses, utilizing active learning strategies to promote student engagement and foster an inclusive classroom environment. By leveraging her expertise in content creation, digital learning principles, and curriculum development, she is passionate about creating dynamic, student-centered educational experiences.

LISA ENGSTROM, PH.D
Instructional Designer

Lisa is a chemistry educator with a decade of experience teaching general and organic chemistry. She combines her research background with educational technology to create engaging, student-centered digital tools to make complex scientific concepts more accessible, bridging the gap between traditional chemistry education and modern technology for diverse learners.

SHARLEEN FLOWERS, PH.D
Instructional Designer

Sharleen is a (micro)biology educator and skilled curriculum designer specializing in STEM education. She excels at blending technical expertise with innovative pedagogy to craft inclusive, evidence-based learning experiences. Known for her creativity and precision, Sharleen is dedicated to advancing equitable and engaging educational opportunities that inspire and empower diverse learners in STEM fields.

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HELENA METZKER, PH.D
Instructional Designer

Helena brings over a decade of experience teaching chemistry in higher education, where she specialized in designing inclusive, engaging curriculum and supporting both students and instructors. As an Instructional Designer at Catalyst Education, she collaborates with faculty to develop thoughtful, learner-centered digital experiences that support both lab and lecture-based instruction.
Currently pursuing her PhD in Instructional Design and Technology, Helena is passionate about bridging evidence-based pedagogy with innovative tools to create equitable and effective learning environments. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to student success, faculty empowerment, and the future of STEM education.

JIMMY WADMAN
Instructional Designer

Jimmy is an ed-tech specialist with experience in teaching, building courses, and integrating technology into labs and lectures. In addition to building biology labs for Catalyst, he leads Dell Medical School's chemistry outreach program, where he uses technology and innovative teaching methods to empower underserved student groups throughout Texas.

Faculty Success

We understand that each department’s lab courses are unique. This is why we have large banks of content and provide you with a scientist who is a trained curriculum designer and lab educator to customize and implement your course as well as support you each term.

ELIZABETH CROWE, M.S.
Manager of Faculty Success

Liz is a chemical educator who knows each program is unique and loves helping faculty reach their course goals. Because of her teaching experience at Penn State University (especially in her role as the general chemistry lab co-coordinator), she understands how online and in-person instruction can blend together to enhance student learning.

ABBY FAGAN, PH.D
Sr. Faculty Success Manager

Abby is an experienced chemist with a passion for science communication and education. With a commitment to accessibility, she strives to inspire and empower students from diverse backgrounds to discover a love for chemistry and pursue scientific careers.

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BETHANY LEAVENS, PH.D
Sr. Faculty Success Manager

Beth is a chemistry educator who has brought her lab teaching experience to helping faculty accomplish their lab course goals. She has been involved in many areas of online education, from building assessments to supporting faculty and students.

AMBER DOOD, PH.D
Faculty Success Manager

Amber is an experienced chemistry education researcher and educator. Her research has been focused on improving the chemistry learner experience through evidence-based instructional practices, particularly in organic chemistry, and using machine learning to personalize the learner experience.

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HARLEY FREDRIKSEN
Faculty Success Manager

Harley is dedicated to inspiring students and building strong educational foundations. Through his experience in teaching and curriculum development, he enjoys connecting learners to real-world applications of science and sustainability. Harley has worked to create engaging programs at the secondary and post-secondary levels with the goal of making learning exciting and impactful.

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TOM KUBORN, MS
Faculty Success Manager

Tom is a chemistry educator, analytical chemist, and curriculum designer with Master’s degrees in both Chemistry Education and Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Tom has a passion for helping instructors create equitable and engaging learning spaces, while also assisting early educators and teaching assistants in developing as educators.

ALLIE MOSQUEDA
Faculty Success Manager

Allie is a fast-learning problem-solver whose education spanned both chemistry and history. She understands the challenges students face when using technology for learning and is a fierce defender of academic honesty and integrity.

TRICIA RUSHING, PH.D
Faculty Success Manager

Tricia is a science educator with nine years of experience teaching future scientists at the post-secondary and secondary levels. Her career and education journeys have gained her expertise in the biological sciences, STEM education, educational psychology, online education, and curriculum writing. Throughout her career, Tricia has strived to create engaging and effective learning experiences that ignite curiosity and foster a deep understanding of science in students of all ages.

JUSTIN SIMMONS
Student Support

Bio Coming Soon!

Product

Here at Catalyst Education, we listen to our users. Our Product team takes that feedback and turns it into improvements that benefit educators and students alike, delivering powerful teaching and learning in an ever-evolving world.

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CLIFF BELL
Senior Product Owner

Cliff has worked in the edtech field for nearly a decade in various roles, including as a Designer and Product Manager. Coming from a family of teachers, he has a strong passion for education and helping students reach their full potential. Originally focused on game development, he has a Master of Interactive Technology degree from Southern Methodist University's Guildhall program.

MANDY DARK, M.S.
Product Owner

Mandy is passionate about enhancing the student experience when it comes to lab reports, from feedback and detailed solutions to visual data. Her past experience includes lab curriculum development, digital content authoring at Macmillan, and teaching Introductory Chemistry lecture and lab at Dallas College.

ANNA BLOOD, M.S.
Senior Technical Designer

Anna is passionate about providing step-by-step solutions to support student success. With experience in both chemistry and computer science, she develops digital chemistry lab reports to enhance student learning experiences.

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KELSEY HUGHES, PH.D
Senior Technical Designer

Kelsey blends technology, design, and pedagogy to craft engaging and effective digital learning experiences. With a keen eye for user experience and a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and biochemistry, Kelsey brings over nine years of experience in educational technology and eight years of experience at the laboratory bench. She enjoys the challenge of helping instructors translate their materials into Catalyst’s platform in ways that enhance clarity, engagement, and learning outcomes.

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NICHOLAS KOEHN, PH.D
Chemistry Technical Designer

Nicholas is an educator with a doctorate in chemistry education. He specializes in enhancing the pedagogical aspects of chemistry instruction and, drawing from his classroom experience, strives to make chemistry concepts more accessible to students.

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KIMBERLY MORGAN, PH.D
Chemistry Content Lead

Kim is a chemical educator focused on the scientific reasoning and practical applications of chemistry. She instructed general chemistry lecture and lab at the University of Delaware. Passionate about the practice of teaching, Kim advised teaching assistants at the McGraw Center for Teaching and Learning at Princeton University.

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CLARISSA SIMMONS
Director of Content

Clairissa brings over 14 years of EdTech experience to her role, specializing in content strategy across various grade levels and subjects, primarily STEM. She is passionate about both leveraging pedagogical best practices to optimize learning and streamlining content creation processes so teams can concentrate on innovative solutions. Previous roles include the Director of Content, STEM at Macmillan Learning, overseeing their entire digital STEM content portfolio.

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JENNIFER WHITE, PH. D.
Technical Designer, Biological Sciences

Jennifer has a background in animal and plant physiology, ecology, conservation science, and endocrinology, with extensive research in population genetics, wildlife physiology, and molecular ecology, particularly in large carnivores. Jennifer uses her teaching experience and expertise in active learning to design experiments and assessments in Labflow that enhance the student experience.

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JESSICA WHITE, M.A.
Content Prompt Engineer

Jessica brings two decades of ed-tech experience to Catalyst, fueled by a passion for chemistry education. As a textbook author and seasoned chemistry educator, Jessica specializes in crafting effective assessments and empowering instructors to integrate digital tools into comprehensive learning experiences. Her expertise extends to science communication and technical writing, allowing her to translate complex concepts into accessible resources. Jessica is dedicated to exploring innovative teaching and assessment methods, with a particular strength in tailoring blended learning approaches to meet diverse course needs.

Engineering

We are committed to making the Labflow platform work well for everyone so that instructors, TAs, and students can all achieve their goals. Our top-notch Engineering team continuously develops new features and enhancements to improve the experience for all of our users.

CHRISTINA BARRY
QA Manager

The original Faculty Success Manager, Christina has years of experience supporting chemistry faculty in the use of technology and has been integral to the growth of both Sapling Learning and Catalyst Education. She is an integral part of the QA team, understanding all paths from student to TA to instructor.

MICHAEL BERNAL

Bio coming soon!

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BONNER BUTLER
Integrations Manager

Bonner is a former high school teacher with 5+ years of experience in the technology field, specifically working in the realms of educational software and medical rehabilitation via the use of VR systems. He is now the Integrations Manager at Catalyst ensuring seamless integration of the Labflow platform with all major industry LMSs.

ANDY FINNELL
Software Engineer

Andy is a self-taught full-stack web developer with a Biology degree from Case Western University.

BRENDEN LYONS
Software Engineer

Brenden is a Software Engineer with a decade of experience working in EdTech. Previously he worked on making accessible and engaging content for kids in PreK to 12.

IRINA MAZUR
QA Engineer

Irina has a passion for quality and great attention to detail. She formerly worked in IT customer support and has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Romania, Galati.

LEONARD MUSEAU
Software Engineer

Leonard has over two years of experience improving medical software that empowers healthcare providers by providing the best EMR user experience. His understanding of front-end and back-end development has been key to enhancing our powerful learning platform.

AARON NIXON
Software Engineer

Aaron is a Software Engineer with a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University. In the past, he has worked on building scalable web services to help with case management for nonprofit organizations.

CHASE VAN HALEN

Bio coming soon!