Cathy brings a keen awareness of international education to the ASSIST Board, thanks to her years living with her husband and children in the Netherlands and to her own experience studying abroad. For many years, she chaired the Washington ASSIST Chapter, led the 50th Anniversary Task Force and currently serves as chair of the Governance…

Woody is the longest-serving ASSIST Board member, a Director since 1982. His breadth of experience in schools, fundraising, and intercultural connections makes him a tremendous asset to ASSIST. He has served on multiple committees over the years, most recently, the Development and Alumni Relations Committee. Woody served as one of the primary interviewers for ASSIST…

Sean began his journey with ASSIST as a German Scholar at St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School in Tennessee in 1994/95. Sean’s experience in business and law gives him an invaluable and practical perspective to support ASSIST’s mission. Sean is a member of the Development and Alumni Relations committee, and has been instrumental in his role as Chair…

Pam’s background as an ASSIST host parent, a global marketing executive and education consultant makes her a uniquely qualified member of the ASSIST Board. After graduating from Dartmouth College with a degree in Government and Policy Studies, Pam began her career in advertising, working on global consumer brands before becoming V.P. of International Ad Sales…

Joe’s experience as a school administrator, lawyer, teacher and development director gives him unparalleled discernment as a member of the ASSIST Board, where he serves as chair of the Development & Alumni Relations Committee and as an ex-officio member of the Campaign Steering Committee. He also serves on the Student Recruitment Task Force. Joe graduated…

Peter’s passion is giving young people the opportunity to step into other cultures. His global experiences, passion for students, and experience in education make him a treasured member of the ASSIST Board. Peter received a B.A. in English from Middlebury College in 1980, followed by a M.A. in English Literature from Middlebury in 1986. After…

Over the course of a 40-year career, Chris has helped provide the financial and management infrastructure for students to have extraordinary secondary school educations. Chris began his career as a teacher, dorm head and coach at Brewster Academy, followed by positions in finance at Bank of New England and The Williston Northampton School. Chris worked…

Libby comes to the ASSIST Board after a first chapter in Corporate America and a second, even more rewarding chapter living, working, and raising a family on a boarding school campus in Connecticut. After graduating from the University of Virginia and receiving an MBA from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Libby worked in corporate…

Neo’s broad experience in schools and as a fundraiser in both the United States and Africa brings a unique and multi-dimensional perspective to the ASSIST Board and as a member of the Development Committee. Neo previously served as the Director of Development at the Maru-a-Pula School in Gaborone, Botswana, overseeing the school’s 50th-anniversary celebration in…

Adriana Leon has expertise in Latin American business market development and a passion for providing higher education opportunities for underserved youth. She is currently a Senior Fellow in Harvard University’s Advanced Leadership Initiative. As CEO of Bretano Corp., she leveraged global raw materials trading markets to import and distribute petrochemicals and food additives throughout Latin…