2025-2026 List of Officers

Laurie Goodman, PhD – Co-Chair 2025-2026
Email: dr.laurie.goodman@gmail.com 

Dr. Laurie Goodman has been an educator for over thirty years both at the K-12 public education level, and at the university level. She recently retired from public education as Superintendent currently for Yosemite Valley Charter and Monarch River Academy in the central valley in California near Fresno. Prior to this, Dr. Goodman served as a superintendent for the Winship-Robbins Elementary School District in Northern California near Yuba City. She served as a principal at the middle school and elementary level in the Central Valley. Currently, she is adjunct faculty for UMASS Global, formally known as Brandman University. Dr. Goodman is serving as a Lead Mentor for Ventura County Office of Education in their administrative induction program.In this role, she works with charter leaders throughout the state of California. At the community level, Laurie is an officer in her local ADK chapter, serves as a WASC chair, and volunteers when needed.Her doctorate in educational leadership is from CSU, Fresno, and UC, Davis. Past honors include: 2017 Congressional Woman of the Year, Kingsburg School District Administrator of the Year, Kings County Teacher of the Year, American Literacy, Finalist Administrator of the Year, FCOE, and Random Acts of Kindness Award.

Yolanda Vazquez, EdD – Co-Chair 2025-2026
Email: dr.yolanda.vazquez@gmail.com

Dr. V. is the Director of Student Support and a proud first-generation doctoral graduate, committed to transforming systems through inclusive, student-centered leadership. With a strong foundation in equity-driven practices and SEL, Dr. V. leads with heart, strategy, and a vision for sustainable change. As the incoming Co-Chair of the Philanthropy and Education SIG, they are excited to help shape conversations at the intersection of leadership, research, and impact. 

Monique DeRuiter Ouwinga, EdD – Co-Program Chair 2025-2026
Email: mailto:redwoodchristianacademyinfo@gmail.com

Dr. Monique DeRuiter-Ouwinga is a community leader and an educational leader who has served at all levels.  She is currently a founder for a non-profit, WASC member, and trustee for a public charter.  Her focus is on community involvement for equity and common ground.   As the incoming Co-Program Chair of the Philanthropy and Education SIG, she is excited to help shape conversations at the intersection of community action with non-profits and research.

Nora Reikosky, PhD – Co-Program Chair 2025-2026
Email: reikosky@upenn.edu

 Dr. Nora Reikosky (she/her) is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Ethics and Leadership in the Elizabeth D. Rockwell Center for Ethics and Leadership in the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston. Nora received a joint PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in Education (Education, Culture, and Society) and in political science. Her research critically explores the impact and political stakes of private philanthropic actors involved with the democratic institution of public education, particularly where these actors intersect with and influence workforce and career readiness efforts—such as computer science for all. Prior to pursuing a PhD, Nora worked at Google in their legal department and at a national charter management organization implementing technology in the classroom.

Ida Oberman, PhD – Secretary/Treasurer 2025-2026
Email: dridaoberman@gmail.com

Dr. Ida Oberman is Senior Research Fellow at Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, Alfter, Germany, and founder and executive director emerita of Community School for Creative Education, the country’s first Intercultural urban public Waldorf School, a full-service K-8 community school in Oakland, CA. Dutch born and German educated with Abitur from Waldorf School Tūbingen, she holds a BA from Swarthmore and PhD from Stanford. She is founder and past director of the Waldorf Education Professional Development Certificate Program at Mills College School of Education 2015-2022 and a former Education Program Officer at the Hewlett Foundation. Ida is co-founder of the Philanthropy and Education SIG in 2001. For full selection of publications click here. 

Obed Magny, EdD – Member-at-large 2025-2026
Email: obed.magny@gmail.com

As the Founder & CEO of Magny Leadership, Dr. Magny helps people and organizations across industries unlock their full potential and drive transformative change. While his roots are deeply embedded in law enforcement, his expertise in emotional intelligence, morale, retention, and leadership development extends to any field seeking to build stronger, more engaged teams. 

Chase McNamee, EdD – Webmaster 2025-2026
Email: chase.mcnamee@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasemcnamee/

Dr. Chase McNamee (he/him) is a scholar-practitioner in institutional advancement and higher education. He has served in a variety of roles as a practitioner and leader in higher education and institutional advancement, including in alumni relations, donor relations & stewardship, fundraising, development strategy, and gift processing and management. He is a co-founder of Advancing Belonging Consultants (ABC). Our ABC team uses evidence-informed practice and research to partner with advancement professionals to achieve enhanced belonging, justice, and liberation within their organizations for their constituents, stakeholders, and teams. Dr. McNamee graduated with his doctorate in Higher & Postsecondary Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. He serves as a research fellow for The Tzedakah Lab at Teachers College, Columbia University and Associate Editor of Philanthropy & Education. His research focuses on evidence-informed practice and policy and identity-based philanthropy in institutional advancement and higher education. In addition, he currently works full-time as Director of Campaign Operations in Advancement at the University of Denver.

Tony Lomeli, EdD – Graduate Student Representative 2025-2026
Email: Lomeli.T@mcs4kids.com

Tony Lomeli is a dedicated educational leader with over two decades of experience in K-12 and college education setting, specializing in student support services, instructional leadership, and equity-driven decision-making. He embarked on a leadership journey that included roles as Assistant Principal, Principal, Director III, and now Senior Director of Student Support Services in Modesto City Schools. His experience spans multiple school settings, from elementary to high school, and includes a strong focus on curriculum development, intervention programs, behavior health, counseling, and expanding student access to high-quality education and services. Tony believes in fostering student success by removing barriers, ensuring equitable outcomes, and strengthening community partnerships. Tony continues to champion initiatives that enhance student learning, well-being, and college and career readiness across Modesto City Schools.