TechChange is an industry-leading digital training and events firm

Nick is the founder and CEO of TechChange, where he oversees all strategy and programming for the organization. He has nearly 20 years of experience as an educator, technologist, and social entrepreneur in global development, public health, and social impact. Nick is also a faculty member at Columbia University and sits on the board of PopTech, a global network committed to the vanguard of emerging technology, science, exploration and creative expression. He can also be found on LinkedIn helping his 160K followers with opportunities, resources and tips, for their social impact job search and career development. Nick received his BA with honors from Swarthmore College and holds an MA in Peace Education from the United Nations mandated University for Peace (UPEACE).

Ariel Frankel is a public health professional with experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), formative research and design (including feminist research methods), and international program management. Prior to joining TechChange, Ariel spent some time working with community health workers in Nairobi, Kenya to pilot a mobile application designed to help women experiencing intimate partner violence create personalized safety plans. Prior to that, she worked for over 5 years conducting M&E using mixed methods to generate evidence on the effectiveness of programs for a variety of public health programs with governmental and non-governmental clients. She is passionate about the intersection of research and community mobilization, and the use of technology in catalyzing health behavior change. Ariel holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. When not in the office, Ariel can be found jamming with her band, TBD (totally badass dames), climbing, or watercoloring.

Bethany comes to us from the Institute of International Education where she scoped, designed, and implemented a number of virtual learning experiences for international audiences. Bethany is a Senior Account Manager on our Education Team. She manages large-scale, multi-faceted training programs from concept through launch.

When not at work, she can be found discovering the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe, joining her dog in daily walks in the neighborhood, or hiking around Connecticut.

Carly is an international development professional with a background in women’s empowerment and cultural exchange programming. She has supported dozens of educational experiences across six continents and worked closely on projects supporting leaders, refugees, and artists.

Carly is part of our Education Team. As an Account Associate, she plays a vital role in the smooth execution and functioning of our education programs.

Christopher Ford is the Senior Director of Hybrid Events at TechChange.

Chris is an experienced and successful event professional with multiple years of experience driving superior client-focused event experiences. “I sincerely believe in the power of convening – the power of strategic, well-managed, beautiful events to advance an organization’s goals and to strengthen its brand and reputation.”

Most recently, Chris was the Director of Event Production and Protocol for the United States Institute of Peace and prior to that the Director of Conference and Special Services at the Newsum in Washington DC. Christopher’s career experience includes success in the advertising agency arena to broadcast television and corporate marketing and brand management. He was recognized by BizBash magazine as one of Florida’s top event planners.

Chris graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications with an emphasis in Marketing. He is a member of the Protocol & Diplomacy International – Protocol Officers Association and is a Certified Government Meeting Planner.

Dana started her professional career as a camp counselor and continued in the education field as a teacher before transitioning into program management and events at VIPKid. She finds joy in creating experiences and learning opportunities that are engaging and help create lifelong connections – whether that be through ‘aha’ moments or meeting new people. 

Dana is a proud alum of Boston College, and recently completed her Master’s degree in International Education Management from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies where she focused on designing and managing programs through a global lens.

Outside of work, if she’s not traveling to connect with family and friends, she can most likely be found in the mountains, skiing, hiking, or camping.

Devin is an Account Manager on the Education Team at TechChange.

Devin has been designing, facilitating, and reimagining learning experiences for his entire career. He started out as a professor of undergraduate and graduate courses in English, and he most recently worked as a learning designer at 2U/edX. He enjoys thinking hard about what makes adult learners of all kinds tick, and his passion for developing innovative, engaging, and equitable learning experiences led him to this exciting opportunity at TechChange.

Emma is the Director of Events Partnerships at TechChange.

Emma is a partnership cultivator who is passionate about the role technology can play in improving people’s lives. She has deep roots in the tech for development space, and 10+ years of experience in international development.

Jessica Swann is the Director of Education Partnerships at TechChange.

Prior to joining TechChange, Jessica worked in the international education sector in a variety of roles from marketing, to business development, to program management, with a particular focus on capacity building within the higher education sector across Latin America, and championing Women in STEM. She is passionate about the power education has to shape and transform the lives of individuals, communities, and wider society. Jessica holds a Bachelor’s in Architecture from the University of Nottingham. When not in the office, Jessica can be found supporting civil society projects in Mexico (where she lives), training for the next half-marathon, or walking her dogs.

Kristy Britt is the Chief Financial Officer at TechChange.

Kristy has 15+ years of diverse public accounting and financial leadership experience in high growth companies. Her expertise in the accounting field is backed by a Master’s Degree in Accounting and CPA designation. Kristy has a proven track record of streamlining processes, developing internal controls, professionalizing the financial function, building financial and operational models, and creating efficiencies within growth organizations. Most recently, Kristy led her former company through an acquisition and oversaw the post-acquisition integration.

Most weekends, you can find Kristy cheering on her three kids at hockey games, baseball tournaments, and gymnastics meets.  She also picked up golf and loves to travel and go boating!

Lindsey Burke is the Head of People and Culture at TechChange.

Lindsey has over a decade of experience collaborating with all levels of leadership to drive successful people initiatives in dynamic and fast-paced business environments.

Lindsey received her BA from Western Michigan University, obtained a certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility from the University of Colorado Boulder, and has a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from the University of South Florida. Lindsey comes to us with global recruiting experience and has worked to build inclusive, supportive, strengths-based corporate cultures that focus on talent engagement and retention.

When not at work, Lindsey loves to spend time with family and friends, play the guitar, explore Lake Michigan beaches, and garden.

Morgan is a learning designer and educator who is passionate about improving lives through education. With a background in K-12 education and over 6 years of experience in EdTech working with adult learners, she has created innovative learning experiences for learners across the globe.

Morgan is a Senior Account Manager, Learning Design on the Education Team at TechChange.

Samantha is the Vice President of Partner Success and Delivery at TechChange. Samantha is an experienced leader of customer success, professional services, and support with a demonstrated history of hands-on leadership growing diverse global teams through structure, process, and industry KPIs.

Samantha has partnered with a broad range of foundation, government, NGO, and education customers enabling organizations to support their missions through technology. In her previous role as Vice President of Customer Success & Support, Samantha led a team of 50+ employees in supporting three product lines, increasing annual recurring revenue by 10%, satisfaction scores by 20% and doubling the upsell target.

Samantha holds an MPA from the School of International Affairs at Columbia University where she was a SIPA Fellow and a BA from Tulane University.

Sheerin Vesin is VP of Business Development at TechChange. Sheerin joined us from TechChange partner organization IYF, where she led product strategy and commercialization of educational technology products. Sheerin has held leadership roles in B2B marketing and sales at Rosetta Stone and SpotMe, and was a 2014 finalist for the Women in Technology Rising Star Award. Sheerin began her career as an English teacher (and part-time alpine ski coach) in France. A lifelong advocate for education, Sheerin has held volunteer leadership roles with Higher Achievement Program, and currently serves on the school council for the Lycée Rochambeau of Washington. Sheerin holds a B.A. from Cornell University and an M.A. from Middlebury College’s language schools. When not on her laptop, Sheerin can be found on the slopes, on her bike, or running after her two boys.

Will Chester is the Chief Technology Officer at TechChange, where he leads web development efforts across its tech stack. Will is also involved in facilitating participatory trainings and adapting technology for use in challenging situations. Prior to joining TechChange, Will worked for an NGO to increase civic engagement in Western China by promoting the use of Open Spaces technology. Will received his BA in International Relations and Chinese from Tufts University, and spent two years in Nanjing, China, teaching English and working with a Chinese NGO.