JAZMIN DANIELSON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Jazmin is a mission-driven, collaborative, and strategic leader who comes to ACES with more than two decades of youth development and nonprofit leadership experience. Most recently, she oversaw safety and compliance for all the University of Minnesota’s precollege youth programs. Jazmin also served as Executive Director of Beyond Walls, a sports-based youth development afterschool program, and Youth Development Director of Eastside Neighborhood services, a social services organization serving multicultural and intergenerational constituents across Hennepin County. A passionate sports fan, Jazmin also teaches sports ethics and leadership as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota and coaches middle school basketball. Jazmin holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota and a master’s in organizational leadership from St. Catherine University.
MISHA EVERTZ | EVALUATION DIRECTOR
Misha Evertz grew up through the Saint Paul Public School District before heading west to Whitman College, graduating in 2013 with a degree in biology and geology before returning to Minnesota to serve a term as an AmeriCorps VISTA with the Saint Paul Public Schools Foundation. Joining ACES shortly after, Misha has grown within the organization and is now the Evaluation and Grants Manager, working to develop and revise curriculum, train and coach staff, write grants, and evaluate program impact for the students ACES serves across Minnesota. Misha is an avid sports fan, soccer player, and geology nerd.
MALCOLM BAKER | PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Malcolm thrives in his ability to empower connections between people and ideas to create authentic, structural change. Born in Louisiana, he has climbed up the latitudes as a Teach for America alum, holding bachelor’s degrees in French and Biology from Texas Christian University and a master’s in Education and Instructional Design from the University of Missouri – St Louis. Malcolm served 3 years as a science educator in Kansas City Public Schools and 4 years leading operational, programming, and employee learning & development initiatives throughout the Midwest. He is eager to champion ACES’s mission of achieving educational equity in Minnesota. Outside of the office, you can find him snuggling with his cat, Olive, exploring the city for new restaurants, and practicing or guiding others through his passion for yoga.
TAYLOR ANDERSON | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS
As Director of Development and Communications, Taylor works to grow ACES’s reach and impact through fundraising, marketing, and communications initiatives. Prior to joining the ACES team, Taylor led communications and grassroots development programs at Women Winning, Minnesota’s largest women’s political nonprofit. A Minneapolis native, Taylor graduated summa cum laude from Mount Holyoke College with a dual degree in Mathematics and Art History. Outside the office, Taylor can be found going for walks with her dog, Boomer, reading nonfiction, and cheering for the Minnesota Twins.
MILES ANDERSON | SITE COORDINATOR
Miles grew up in Golden Valley, Minnesota and, after spending most of his adult life on the West Coast, is happy to be back in the Twin Cities! Miles is passionate about student-centered education and, in 2020, obtained a master’s degree in Educational Transformation with a concentration in Educational Policy. In his spare time, Miles enjoys talking with family, watching and playing basketball, visiting his local library, and learning languages. He was lucky enough to teach and learn internationally in South America and hopes to continue his studies of world languages, including Spanish and Quechua.
NADINE BARTOLO | SITE COORDINATOR
Nadine was born and raised in Northfield, Minnesota and studied mathematics at Metro State University. Nadine comes to ACES from the TORCH (Tackling Obstacles and Raising College Hope) Program at Northfield High School, where she provided academic support and college guidance for students. Outside of the office, Nadine enjoys going on hikes and biking with her family.
NIKKI LELAND | SITE COORDINATOR
Nikki is a self-declared nerd with a passion for all things math and especially math education. A Minnesota native from Brainerd, she completed her undergrad studies at the University of St. Thomas, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Mathematics with a focus on Mathematics Education, Statistics, and Spanish. She comes to ACES after five years of teaching middle and high school math in Twin Cities public schools where she enjoyed inspiring teens’ excitement for and confidence in the subject. Nikki is eager to support math education through ACES programming and continue to spark confidence and growth in new students. Outside of work, you can find Nikki enjoying the various Minneapolis bike trail systems, long walks with her dog, Blanco, and that Minnesota lake life.
KELLEY MUNSON | SITE COORDINATOR
Kelley has worked in the field of education since 2006 as a social studies teacher, administrator, and in the registrar’s office at Bethel University. Kelley has worked in the traditional classroom, as well as virtual learning classrooms, and started with ACES as an Academic Coach, before coming on board full-time as a Site Coordinator. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Master’s of Education, Master’s in International Relations, and is currently completing a dissertation for her Doctorate in Educational Leadership. When not working, she enjoys traveling, cheering for the Milwaukee Bucks, watching movies, and reading.
MARIE REGALA | SITE MANAGER
Marie was born and raised in Saint Paul, Minnesota and is excited to return to the Twin Cities after 10 years away. She received her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Special Education, English Language Learners, and Reading from Drake University. Upon graduation, Marie spent 5 years teaching 2nd grade in Chicago. In addition to her passion for education, Marie finds immense purpose in the nonprofit world. Since 2015, she has volunteered with an organization that supports children in Honduras. When she’s not working with the ACES team or visiting Honduras, you can find Marie enjoying time with family or diving into a big bowl of ice cream.
SARA SUNDERMAN | SITE MANAGER
Sara was born and raised in northern Iowa. She graduated from the University of Northern Iowa where she majored in Leisure, Youth, and Human Services and minored in Family Services. Sara has worked in various youth programs including resorts and camps. Outside of ACES, Sara enjoys walking around the lakes, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.
CLAIRE WILLIAMS | SITE MANAGER
Claire was born and raised in Minnesota, north of the Twin Cities. She graduated in 2007 with a degree in culinary arts and went on to work in restaurants and bakeries. She got her start in her teaching career when leading adults and youth in cooking classes! She began with ACES in early 2015, finding her passion as a youth worker. Claire is the Site Coordinator of our North Minneapolis sites and loves the youth and community she has the privilege to serve. Her favorite part of her job is the real and long-lasting connections she establishes with her youth and their families. Outside of ACES, Claire spends her time with her partner, three dogs and a cat and enjoys cooking, gardening, and word searches.
KALA HORGAN | CURRICULUM ASSOCIATE
Kala graduated with a degree in Elementary Education and a Master's of Education in Integrated Curriculum. Before coming to ACES, she spent 6 years teaching 4th graders in Fridley. She is passionate about education and helping students find success as well as mentoring new teachers entering the field. At ACES, she works to write, revise and develop the curriculum. When not working, Kala enjoys spending time with her 1 and 2 year old boys, baking sourdough bread, being with family.
