Donna Biase
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
While her background is in accounting and auditing, giving back to her community has always been a part of Donna’s life. She volunteered…
Karen Spagnardi
Chief Program Officer
With over 20 years in education and 10 years at Best Foot Forward, Karen brings deep experience and dedication to her role as Chief Program Officer…
Nina Anschuetz
Foundations Program Director
With Best Foot Forward since 2018, Nina brings a deep passion for education, leadership, and youth advocacy to her role as Foundations Program Director…
Mandy Bennett
Director of Academics
For more than 25 years, Mandy has positively impacted the lives of Palm Beach County high school students in a variety of roles…
Debbie Ellman
Co-Founder and Chief Student Support Officer
Debbie Ellman has volunteered tirelessly in the public school system in Palm Beach County for many years. Through a community service project, she…
Emily Ramos
Grounded for Life Program Director
Emily Santelises Ramos has dedicated her career to creating pathways to success for under-resourced middle and high school students…
Rosmery Rivas
College Operations Director
Rosmery Rivas brings over a decade of experience in higher education, supporting and guiding students and families through academic planning and institutional processes…