Our Leadership and Field Experts
Meet the Team
Opportunity International's leaders use their extensive professional experience to ensure Opportunity achieves its mission of empowering people living in poverty to transform their lives, their children's futures and their communities.
Meet the Team
Opportunity International's leaders use their extensive professional experience to ensure Opportunity achieves its mission of empowering people living in poverty to transform their lives, their children's futures and their communities.
Atul Tandon
As CEO, Atul leads the organization’s efforts to engage American donors, funders, corporations, and the public to directly impact…
Read MoreMichael Chitwood
As Chief Philanthropy Officer, Michael leads Opportunity International’s private philanthropy, marketing, and communications…
Read MoreRandy Kurtz
Randy Kurtz leads the institutional business at Opportunity International, focusing on international programs, and resource development…
Read MoreAfia Asare
As the Director of Human Resources for Opportunity International, Afia manages HR strategy and operations for Opportunity’s…
Read MoreMarissa Benner
As Senior Director of AgFinance Operations & Stewardship, Marissa oversees Opportunity International’s Agriculture Finance program…
Read MoreShannon Bruder
As Senior Vice President of Program Management, Shannon Burder leads the organization’s portfolio of institutionally funded…
Read MoreMark Castellino
Mark Castellino leads Opportunity International’s government business line, which is responsible for key relationships, such…
Read MoreLuke Coulson
As the Director of Client Services for Opportunity International, Luke Coulson is responsible for developing innovative client-centric…
Read MoreWilliam Derban
Dr. William Derban serves as the Head of Digital Financial Services for Opportunity International, defining technical standards,…
Read MoreLaura DesGranges
Laura DesGranges is the Vice President of Marketing, leading the organization’s multi-channel fundraising campaigns; engaging…
Read MoreCamilo Garcia
As Vice President of Strategic Partnerships in Latin America, Camilo García is responsible for leading and overseeing the development…
Read MoreSimona Haiduc
Simona manages the technical fundraising team that develops relationships and builds business development strategies with strategic…
Read MoreLaura Hollis
As Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Laura Hollis is responsible for developing and executing human resources strategies…
Read MoreMark Lutz
As Senior Vice President for Global Philanthropy, Mark is responsible for generating resources to empower the hardworking poor…
Read MoreTineyi Mawocha
As Chief Program Officer, Tineyi Mawocha provides leadership and oversight towards the successful implementation of Opportunity…
Read MoreRenée McAlpin
As the Director of EduQuality for Opportunity International, Renée McAlpin is responsible for the global strategy, design, and…
Read MoreAndrew McCusker
As Head of Education Finance, Andrew oversees Opportunity’s work investing in schools and students around the world, helping…
Read MoreLydia Baldridge Meier
Lydia Baldridge Meier has been with Opportunity International since 2004 in a number of roles. She currently manages the team…
Read MoreMauricio Rincon
Mauricio Rincon leads Opportunity International’s impact investing and capital solutions efforts. Leveraging his Wall Street…
Read MoreErika Rodriguez
As Vice President, Strategic & Financial Planning, Erika works with Opportunity International’s leadership to develop and ensure…
Read MoreGreg Roth
Greg serves as Opportunity’s Senior Vice President of Philanthropy, managing a national team of fundraisers responsible for…
Read MoreScott Sheridan
Scott is responsible for operations, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and business intelligence for Education Finance’s global…
Read MoreConnie Souto-Learman
Connie Souto Learman joined Opportunity International to lead and execute the Compliance Program, working across the organization…
Read MoreTimothy Strong
As Head of Agriculture Finance, Tim manages a diverse portfolio of agriculture finance products and services throughout Africa…
Read MoreMarge Tomasik
As Chief Financial Officer, Marge is responsible for the financial statements of Opportunity International US and Opportunity…
Read MoreDavid Wiegman
As Chief of Staff, Dave serves as thought partner and strategic advisor to the CEO, supporting the CEO in his work within the…
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