Our Board

  • Kim Reier

    President

    Kim serves as Vice President of Strategy at the Indiana Charter Innovation Center and has deep expertise in education strategy, charter networks, and policy innovation across Indiana.

  • Tom Vander Ark

    Vice President

    Tom is the CEO of Getting Smart and a former executive at the Gates Foundation. He brings national leadership in learning ecosystems, education innovation, and future-ready school models.

  • Jim Jackson

    Secretary

    Jim recently retired from Land O’Lakes, where he served as Director of Strategic Business Alliances. He brings expertise in joint ventures, business development, and industry partnerships.

  • Steve Brock

    Treasurer

    Steve is a former Plant Manager at Greenleaf Foods and a retired General Motors executive. He brings decades of operational leadership across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

  • Scott Bess

    Board Member

    As the President & CEO of Indiana Charter Innovation Center, Scott is the founding leader of Purdue Polytechnic High Schools and brings extensive experience launching student-centered charter models focused on real-world, project-based learning.

  • David Becker

    Board Member

    David is the founder and chairman of First Internet Bank. He brings entrepreneurial leadership and a longstanding commitment to education, innovation, and workforce development.

Board Minutes

Indiana Microschool Collaborative complies with Indiana’s Open Door Law (IC 5-14-1.5) and is committed to transparency and public accountability. We post board meeting dates, agendas, and approved minutes for public access.

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