Meet the team driving our mission
SEO Scholars is proudly led by people who believe in our mission. They’re passionate, dedicated and the best at what they do. With a core principle of people first, we’re as committed to the development of our team as we are to the growth and development of the young people we support. Our challenging, supportive, and rewarding environment is designed to foster personal achievement and professional growth.
The SEO Scholars team
Our community is powered by the people behind it. Hear from team members about why this work is so important.
“Working at SEO Scholars is deeply fulfilling because I can support our students in achieving their academic goals and breaking barriers through their education. I am inspired every day by our Scholars as I witness their growth firsthand to be our future leaders of tomorrow.”
Belen Gutierrez Senior Manager Recruitment, SEO Scholars San Francisco
“As I enter my 10th year working at SEO on the High School Scholars team, I am grateful to be employed by an organization that puts people first. Our team is laser-focused on improving academic outcomes for our students while helping them develop their personal, academic, and professional identities. I feel lucky that I get to collaborate with smart, thoughtful, and motivated team members every day as we engage with this important and meaningful work.”
Dr. Michael Thoms Director of Math Curriculum
“Being an instructor with SEO Scholars has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s not only a chance to support and empower driven students, but also a unique opportunity for scholars and instructors to learn from one another, grow together, and build a community centered on academic excellence and mutual respect.”
Kelly Mobley Lead ELA Instructor
“As a Program Operations Manager with SEO Scholars Miami, I love the balance of strategy and service that defines my role. Each day, I get to design systems and processes that directly support our students’ success from application to graduation. What inspires me most about being part of SEO is witnessing the transformation that happens when students realize their full potential. Seeing their confidence grow and knowing that our work helps open doors to opportunities they once thought were out of reach makes every challenge worthwhile. It’s truly fulfilling to be part of that impact.”
Katherine Bryant Program Operations Manager, SEO Scholars Miami
“Our impact on our Scholars goes beyond academics. We help them see possibilities they never thought existed. We give them the tools, confidence and support to dream bigger and reach higher. Seeing a scholar go from unsure and hesitant to proud, prepared and ready to take on the world is what makes this work so meaningful. It’s a constant reminder that what we do matters. Every conversation we have, every check-in, every time we show up for them, every “I believe in you” has the power to change the entire trajectory of their lives.”
Stephanie Albury 9th Grade Scholar Advisor, SEO Scholars Miami
“Serving a mission as powerful and hopeful as ours is rewarding work. It is a joy to empower our scholars as they strive for their hard-earned futures.”
Christine Malek Development Manager, SEO Scholars San Francisco
“Working at SEO Scholars SF is incredibly rewarding because I get to collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to helping students reach their full potential.”
Lisa Ng Assistant Director Program Operations, SEO Scholars San Francisco
