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The Latest from Minds Matter National

Minds Matter Philadelphia: Ashley McGrath as Inaugural Executive Director

July 25, 2025

Ashley McGrath is the new Executive Director at Minds Matter Philadelphia! Ashley McGrath is an education and operations leader with over 15 years of experience driving impact within the K-12 and NonProfit Sectors. As Deputy Director at Education Plus Health, Ashley led and supported the creation and execution of systems and strong school based partnerships…

Minds Matter Portland: Johnna Loreen as New Executive Director

July 7, 2025

Johnna Loreen is the new Executive Director at Minds Matter Portland! Johnna comes to Minds Matter Portland with a strong background in fundraising, nonprofit leadership, and college access, along with a special talent for motivating and coordinating both students and volunteers. After graduating from Macalester College in 2014, Johnna worked at College Possible Portland where…

Minds Matter Houston: Cynthia Suttle as New Executive Director

June 30, 2025

Cynthia Suttle is the Executive Director for Minds Matter Houston! Growing up in Detroit, MI, as the daughter of a medical school professor, higher education wasn’t just encouraged, it was a non-negotiable cornerstone of her upbringing. This early foundation instilled in her a deep appreciation for its transformative power, a value that clearly aligns with…