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Category: Acelero Inc.

Natasha (Tasha) Smith

Tasha is the Vice President of Financial Planning, Analysis and Operations. Along with her team, she is responsible for budgeting, reforecasting, financial reporting, and analysis for Acelero and Shine Early Learning. Prior to joining Acelero, Inc., Tasha gained over 20 years of knowledge and experience as a leader in finance with diversified financial analysis and … Continued

Natalie G. Strappy

Natalie is the Chief of Staff for the Learning and Impact team at Acelero, Inc. Her primary responsibilities include optimizing operations, strategy, and execution. Additionally, she serves as the steward of the team’s culture and communication, ensuring we can serve both internal and external partners with excellence. Natalie has dedicated the last 20 years to … Continued

Ken Taylor

Ken is the Vice President of Public Systems. He supports his team’s efforts to achieve success for our partners and achieve our mission of eliminating the gaps between young children’s inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. Prior to his current role, he was Senior Director for Public Systems Support. In that role … Continued

Rosa Thorpe

As VP of Shine Fortify Services, Rosa works closely with Shine Early Learning partners. Since joining the company in 2007, Rosa has served as the Director of Monmouth County, Executive Director of Monmouth/Middlesex County, and Director of Quality Assurance, where she was responsible for the assessment and evaluation of Acelero Learning’s delegate programs. As a … Continued

Amanda Worth-Colon

Amanda, Vice President of Acelero Learning Head Start, drives strategic planning and collaboration across the Monmouth and Middlesex County Head Start service area to build a better future for children, families, and staff. Prior to her current role, she was Director of Education, where she oversaw the planning and development of the education program, growing … Continued