Woody is the longest-serving ASSIST Board member, a Director since 1982. His breadth of experience in schools, fundraising, and intercultural connections makes him a tremendous asset to ASSIST. He has served on multiple committees over the years, most recently, the Development and Alumni Relations Committee. Woody served as one of the primary interviewers for ASSIST…

Sean began his journey with ASSIST as a German Scholar at St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School in Tennessee in 1994/95. Sean’s experience in business and law gives him an invaluable and practical perspective to support ASSIST’s mission. Sean is a member of the Development and Alumni Relations committee, and has been instrumental in his role as Chair…

A former ASSIST Scholar, Uli brings personal experience with international exchange to the ASSIST Board. He serves on the Executive and on the Development and Alumni Relations Committees, and his insight and contributions have been instrumental in building an ASSIST presence in Germany. Uli spent his ASSIST year at Deerfield Academy in MA in 1983/84,…

Pam’s background as an ASSIST host parent, a global marketing executive and education consultant makes her a uniquely qualified member of the ASSIST Board. After graduating from Dartmouth College with a degree in Government and Policy Studies, Pam began her career in advertising, working on global consumer brands before becoming V.P. of International Ad Sales…

Peter’s passion is giving young people the opportunity to step into other cultures. His global experiences, passion for students, and experience in education make him a treasured member of the ASSIST Board. Peter received a B.A. in English from Middlebury College in 1980, followed by a M.A. in English Literature from Middlebury in 1986. After…

Over the course of a 40-year career, Chris has helped provide the financial and management infrastructure for students to have extraordinary secondary school educations. Chris began his career as a teacher, dorm head and coach at Brewster Academy, followed by positions in finance at Bank of New England and The Williston Northampton School. Chris worked…

Libby comes to the ASSIST Board after a first chapter in Corporate America and a second, even more rewarding chapter living, working, and raising a family on a boarding school campus in Connecticut. After graduating from the University of Virginia and receiving an MBA from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Libby worked in corporate…

Neo’s broad experience in schools and as a fundraiser in both the United States and Africa brings a unique and multi-dimensional perspective to the ASSIST Board and as a member of the Development Committee. Neo previously served as the Director of Development at the Maru-a-Pula School in Gaborone, Botswana, overseeing the school’s 50th-anniversary celebration in…

Adriana Leon has expertise in Latin American business market development and a passion for providing higher education opportunities for underserved youth. She is currently a Senior Fellow in Harvard University’s Advanced Leadership Initiative. As CEO of Bretano Corp., she leveraged global raw materials trading markets to import and distribute petrochemicals and food additives throughout Latin…

Patrice’s international background and experience both as an ASSIST host family and school trustee mean she contributes valuable experience and wisdom in her role on the ASSIST Board. She serves on the ASSIST Governance and Schools Committees. Originally from the Netherlands, Patrice worked in various hospitality management and technology roles in Europe, including for Disneyland…