Bill is a Founding Partner of Global Infrastructure Partners—a private equity fund focused on energy and transportation asset investing and ownership. Prior to the formation of GIP in 2006, Bill spent 23 years at GE, where he most recently served as President and CEO of GE Infrastructure.

Before leading GE Infrastructure, he was President and CEO of GE Specialty Materials. In that role, he oversaw key acquisitions including those that led to the GE entry and expansion in the water technology business. Prior to joining GE, he held engineering and marketing positions at Union Carbide and was an engagement manager at McKinsey & Co. focusing on energy and transport industries.

Bill holds M.S. and B.S. degrees in Engineering from Northwestern University and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, respectively. Bill is a Member of the National Academy of Engineering.

Erik has over 30 years of experience in various engineering and leadership roles, including 17 years at GE in R&D, product development, process improvement, technical sales, and business management. After GE, he spent 16 years as a member of the operations team at Global Infrastructure Partners, working on business improvement in a variety of infrastructure businesses in the energy and transportation sectors. He has been a director at Engineering Tomorrow since 2014. Erik is the author of 6 patents and numerous technical publications, and holds Chemical Engineering degrees from Cornell University (BS) and the University of Minnesota (PhD).

Joanna is an avid traveler with a rich background in engineering and education. She spent the first half of her career as a mechanical engineer at Bechtel, a global construction company, where she designed and oversaw the construction and startup of power projects across the United States and internationally. Joanna earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of the South in Sewanee, TN, and a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA. 

In 2002, Joanna transitioned to teaching, where she passionately instructed students in various physics courses and an exploratory engineering elective. She also held leadership roles as the Chair of the Upper School Science Department and STEM Program Coordinator at a private all-girls K-12 school near Washington, DC.

Mr. Gerald “Gerry” Dawes is the former Director of the Business Ethics and Compliance Department (BEC) at Con Edison Company of New York. In this position, he was responsible for promoting ethics standards and guiding compliance with applicable laws throughout the company. He has over 35 years of broad energy industry experience particularly in the areas of engineering, construction, natural gas, and electric operations. Gerry has held various other positions of leadership at Con Edison, in departments such as Construction, Gas Operations, Corporate Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S), Distribution Engineering, Customer Service, Energy Management, and Electric Operations. He also served as an Assistant to the Chairman of the company. In addition, he has served as an “Executive on loan” with the American Gas Association (AGA) in Washington, DC, where he worked on a wide range of federal and regional natural gas related initiatives. Gerry is an active member of the New York chapter of the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE – NYMAC) where he previously served as President and is a current member of the Executive Board. He is a founder of an AABE collegiate chapter at New York University (NYU) where he has served as a guest lecturer and mentors many students and colleagues. Gerry is also a former Board member of the Ethics and Compliance Association (ECA) and the NYU Tandon School of Engineering (formerly Polytechnic School of Engineering (NYU-Poly)) and is the former President of the School’s Alumni Association. He holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Polytechnic University in Brooklyn, New York and has participated in various professional development programs offered by the Ethics and Compliance Initiative (ECI), the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE), the Gas Technology Institute (GTI), General Electric (GE), Power Technologies Incorporated (PTI), and the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University.

Betsy received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University. While still in college, Betsy began her career with NASA at Langley Research Center gaining almost 2 years of experience focusing on integration, design, and testing of aircraft and their control systems, such as the F-18 and blended-wing body (BWB). 

Upon graduation, Betsy began working with NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) as a Guidance, Navigation and Control System (GNC) Instructor for the International Space Station (ISS). In this role, Betsy trained numerous astronauts and flight controllers in the Part-Task Trainer (PTT) and Space Station Training Facility (SSTF) simulators. 

As Betsy’s career advanced, she worked as a Boeing Systems Engineer testing the US flight software for the GNC System and became a console operator in the Mission Evaluation Room for flights 1R, 1P, 2A.2b, 3A, and 4A, 5A (Shift Lead for 5A). Throughout her career at JSC, Ms. Fortman traveled overseas helping to train astronauts and cosmonauts on the various systems of ISS and the Russian Soyuz Vehicles. She also served as Deputy of Training Operations (DTOR) in Star City, Russia. 

Upon returning to the States, Ms. Fortman’s career shifted from current spaceflight operations to future spacecraft design analysis. Betsy worked as Chief Engineer of the Astronaut Office Exploration Branch tracking major design changes while assessing habitability and operability for Commercial Crew and Orion. Following her tenure at NASA, Ms. Fortman served as a consultant working with Sophic Synergistics to help integrate the human systems for Axiom Space Station.

Megan has over 20 years combined experience in the fields of education and nonprofit management. Prior to joining Engineering Tomorrow in 2016, Megan was Chief of Staff to the Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of New York, the 3rd largest Catholic school system in the country. In addition to administration and management roles, Megan also has experience teaching in Catholic and public inner-city schools in New York City and Newark, NJ. She holds a Master of Nonprofit Administration from the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame, a Master of Arts in Education from Seton Hall University through the EPICS Program, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame.

Sean brings over 20 years of experience in the fields of education and nonprofit leadership to Engineering Tomorrow. He started his career as a junior high school science teacher before moving into educational leadership and development. Sean has launched and grown local and national development offices and has led teams at the elementary school, high school, and university levels. He takes great joy in connecting individual, corporate, and foundation partners with opportunities to fulfill their philanthropic goals. Sean earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Notre Dame, a Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction, and Educational Planning from Loyola University Chicago, and a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from the University of Notre Dame.

Dr. Peck's career prior to accepting the position of Midwest Regional Director at Engineering Tomorrow was marked by over 31 years of dedicated service in public education. For 25 of those years, he worked as a school administrator. His significant experience in education demonstrates his commitment to serving students, staff, parents, and the community. One of the key highlights of Dr. Peck's career was his role as the principal of East High School, where he placed a strong emphasis on facilitating lab-based application learning experiences for students. Dr. Peck holds a Bachelor of Science degree in English and Communication Arts, a Master’s degree in Educational Administration and a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from the University of Wisconsin Madison.

Constance has spent the tenure of her career teaching in public schools with underserved populations in Virginia and Washington, D.C. For the past decade, her focus was in STEM education and developing and leading the VA STAR program in computer rebuilding and refurbishment for those in need in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Constance started her career on Capitol Hill assisting in the writing of legislation with the Higher Education Colloquium for Science Facilities focusing on funding and advancement for university science facilities. Constance holds a MEd from the University of Maryland University College and a BA in American Studies from Mary Baldwin College.

Prior to joining Engineering Tomorrow, Jillian served as a middle and high school classroom teacher, academic mentor, reading resource specialist and administrative intern in her 14 years of experience in the education field. Her primary focus areas were curriculum development, differentiated instruction and team leadership. Jillian holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in English from Morgan State University and a Master of Arts degree in Leadership and Supervision from the University of Phoenix.

Alex has dedicated his teaching career to promoting student growth and achievement across all age groups. He began at the elementary level, where he designed and implemented STEM lab lessons for underserved students at a Title I school. His path then led him to the high school level, where he frequently tailored the science curriculum to real-world applications. Beyond the classroom, Alex's passion for STEM education extends further — he has served as a sponsor for a nationally recognized science honor society and has worked closely with Advanced Placement testing. Alex holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Texas Tech University.

Jenn has dedicated the majority of her career to teaching and serving students of all ages in the classroom. Her teaching career began in Ft. Hood, Texas as an elementary Language Arts/Social Studies teacher on the local Army base and then moved to one of the largest school districts in the state to teach students English as a second language. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Texas Tech University and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Houston.

Ann is an experienced teacher with 35 years of teaching math, science, and geography. In the classroom, her instructional approach centered around hands-on, inquiry-based learning. Throughout her career, Ann’s leadership within professional organizations indicated her commitment to continual professional growth, the advancement of education, and the importance of forming connections with her peers. Ann has been a National Board Certified teacher since 2002 demonstrating her ongoing commitment to maintaining high professional standards in education. Ann's teaching excellence has been recognized through awards such as the Kohl Foundation Fellowship and National Geographics Grosvenor Fellowship. Ann holds both her Bachelor’s and Master's Degrees in Education from the University of Wisconsin.

Liz's extensive background spans both the public and private sectors, underscoring her unwavering dedication to advancing education and crafting authentic learning experiences for students. Her tenure of more than twenty years in the field has encompassed diverse educational roles, including teaching, administrative responsibilities, and the development of programs. Within her STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) classroom, Liz's resolute commitment to a pragmatic, hands-on approach mirrors her passion for delivering students tangible, real-world educational encounters. This approach effectively enhances the accessibility and engagement of intricate subjects. Furthermore, her adeptness in fostering and sustaining partnerships with businesses and community organizations adds substantial value. These collaborations serve to enrich students' educational journeys by affording them the chance to apply their knowledge in real-world contexts and explore potential career pathways. Liz's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin STOUT and a Master of Educational Administration, Leadership, and Curriculum from Cardinal Stritch University.

Lisa's extensive background in education spans over 30 years and covers a variety of teaching levels, including middle school, high school, and technical college. She specialized in business and technology applications and also served as the middle school athletic director for 10 years. Throughout her teaching career, Lisa focused on collaborating with business professionals in the community to provide practical learning opportunities for her students. Lisa holds a Master of Educational Administration, Leadership, and Curriculum from Marion University as well as a Bachelor of Science in Business Education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

Arianna Monteiro graduated this Spring from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Biomedical Engineering. Next fall, she will start graduate school as a PhD student in Mechanical Engineering (Robotics focus) at UT Austin. Outside of classes, Arianna spent a lot of time researching lower-limb prosthetics to help improve the quality of life of individuals with lower-limb amputations. She is excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow Team to help improve resources for students and teachers! 

August Berchelmann is a rising Senior at the University of Notre Dame, majoring in Computer Science and Music. In his free time, August is involved with the Knights of Columbus, a men's Catholic fraternal organization, the Notre Dame Glee Club, and various personal engineering projects. August is excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow Team to develop labs and help students realize their passions for engineering!

Catherine Hartman is a rising junior at the University of Southern California, majoring in biomedical engineering with an emphasis in mechanical engineering. On campus, Catherine works as a research fellow in the Laboratory for Design of Medical and Analytical Devices. She also serves on the executive board for the Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering and Trojan Dance Marathon. Having participated in a similar program to ET when she was in high school, Catherine is super excited to contribute to ET’s mission. 

DaJohn Harris is a rising junior at Oklahoma State University, majoring in Electrical Engineering Technology with a minor in Data Analytics for Engineers. In his free time, he enjoys building custom PCs and participating in coding challenges. DaJohn is very excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow team and help students develop a passion for engineering!

Edward Lee is a rising Junior at Northwestern University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on product design and mechatronics. Outside of classes, Edward is involved in Science Olympiad, UROV Robotics, and student shop training. With a passion for education and building communities, Edward is excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow Team to develop interactive labs and help students find a passion for engineering!

Kate Schinaman is a 2025 graduate in Computer Science with a minor in Engineering Corporate Practice at the University of Notre Dame. On campus, Kate loves being involved in undergraduate research with the Notre Dame Lead Innovation Team, serving as the secretary for the Society of Women Engineers, and being a member of the Student Government Department of Campus Technology! Kate is passionate about Engineering Tomorrow's mission and is excited about every opportunity to contribute further to the organization's goal of making engineering more accessible!

Leah Kern is a rising Senior at the University of Notre Dame, majoring in Mechanical Engineering, with a minor in Anthropology. Outside of class, Leah is a member of Robotic Football Club and Society of Women Engineers. Leah is excited to work with the Engineering Tomorrow team on their mission of broadening access to engineering. 

Natasha Lin is a rising sophomore at Georgia Tech, majoring in Mechanical Engineering and hoping to concentration in Automation and Robotics. She is highly interested in biomechanical systems and prosthetics research. She is currently the Middle School Outreach Chair of Society of Women Engineers at GT and a networking team member of Engineers Without Borders. In her free time, she takes part of a hip hop dance team at her university and also loves playing the drums.

Nolana Charles is a rising Junior at the Georgia Institute of Technology, majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Health and Medical Sciences. Outside of classes, she works with Engineers Without Borders, assisting in a healthcare clinic expansion project, as well as Creatives at GT, bringing the Arts to Georgia Tech’s Campus. Nolana has previously led STEM and arts education programs at summer camps and is excited to continue her passion for education by joining the Engineering Tomorrow Team to develop interactive labs for students.

Pailyn Groene graduated this spring from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. She will begin pursuing a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering at Trinity College Dublin this fall. At Notre Dame, Pailyn was involved with the Society of Women Engineers and conducted undergraduate research in soft robotics for medical devices. Having previously served as a college mentor, she is excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow Intern Team to develop engaging labs and expand upon Engineering Tomorrow's great programing.

Samra Iqbal is a rising junior at the Georgia Institute of Technology, majoring in Biomedical Engineering on the Pre-Dental track. Outside of class, she is the Networking Lead for the Engineers Without Borders GT- Ecuador Project, handling the events, social media, and fundraising for a health clinic expansion project, and is the Social Media Chair for Chat for Change Atl, which works to bring accessible healthcare to Midtown Atlanta. Samra is excited to help students discover and build their passion for engineering through the interactive labs and other opportunities available at Engineering Tomorrow!

Shayaan is a rising junior at Duke University, studying Electrical and Computer Engineering as well as Computer Science. On campus he works as a Teaching Assistant and is part of Catalyst, Duke’s pre-professional tech society. He developed a love for education through programs like PALS and is beyond excited to join the Engineering Tomorrow team and help students find a passion for engineering just as he has!