CEO
Dr. Christine Jax, PhD
Dr. Jax is an expert in education delivery, education policy, and accreditation.
She was the Commissioner of Education for the State of Minnesota overseeing education and teacher licensure for the entire state. She has worked in education for over 30 years as a teacher, professor, and administrator. She has deep experience in course development, online delivery, charter schools, education law, and regulatory affairs.
Jax also has held several C-suite positions including as a chief academic officer and chief product officer, and she founded and ran a nationally acclaimed school for homeless children. She is the author of The Seven Stages of an Enlightened Teacher and Who's Building the Ark: How to Manage Through Hell and High Water.
Her degrees include a PhD in Education Policy and Administration from the University of Minnesota, an MA in Public Administration from Hamline University, a BA in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota, and a Certificate in Well-being from Yale University. She also is a certified health & life coach and certified nutrition counselor.
She has been featured on CNN, ABC, and the Discovery Channel. and quoted in Time Magazine, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Education Week, and the National Journal
Advisory Board
Dr. Elena Kays, PhD
Dr. DeQuan Smith, EdD
Dr. Elena Kays, PhD
Dr. Kays has worked in higher education and health sciences for almost 30 years as a professor, course developer, and administrator. She is an award-winning pioneer in the development of online programs with a Ph.D. in Instructional Design and Online Learning. Her expertise includes outcomes assessment, data analytics, and performance improvement
Dr. Kate Green, PhD
Dr. DeQuan Smith, EdD
Dr. Elena Kays, PhD
Dr. Green is an experienced university professor/dean and education consultant who has worked for over 30 years with learners of all ages and levels including early childhood, k-12, and college. She has assisted in founding two international universities and has published widely in both the academic and popular press on topics relating to psychology and education.
Dr. DeQuan Smith, EdD
Dr. DeQuan Smith, EdD
Ms. Chere Williams, MEd
Dr. Smith is a globally-recognized author, strategist and contributor in the fields of higher education, corporate learning, and development. As an instructor, he employs an integrated mix of educational and practical approaches to his work, using a variety of modalities, while encouraging critical thinking, personal growth, teamwork, and cultural diversity. Whether in the classroom or as an industry executive, he strives to inspire students and employees to become dynamic leaders.
Ms. Chere Williams, MEd
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Ms. Chere Williams, MEd
Ms. Williams has worked in college administration for private and public colleges including as a registrar. She has expertise in accreditation reporting, student records, and the student life-cycle. Committed to learners, Ms. Williams has experience providing students with academic guidance, resources, and support to ensure their success. She also has deep experience in music ministry.
Mr. Joe Petroski, CEO
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Mr. Petroski is the CEO of Profoundly Living. He is an internationally recognized spiritual teacher and healer as well as a licensed massage therapist. His expertise is in pain management, energy work, alternative healing, and coaching. He has studied with renowned teachers all over the world and has been teaching, healing, and inspiring others for almost 20 years
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Ms. Michelle Beinner Moudry, MEd
Ms. Moudry has over 25 years of educational impact in a variety of environments serving P-12 and adult learners. She has worked in special education administration, charter school development, and higher education leadership. Her expertise is academic support improvement, operational efficiency and equity of high quality offerings for students and faculty.
Ms. Daniela Castillo, AS
Ms. Daniela Castillo, AS
Ms. Daniela Castillo, AS
Ms. Castillo has an AS in Business Administration and Management and is currently working on her bachelor's degree. She brings the student and young adult perspective-- as well as her passion for empowering others. She is proud to be a bi-lingual first generation American.