Executive Director
Phone: (608) 257-1655 ext. 1

"I view literacy as the doorway to the rich world of books, stories, and fresh knowledge, enabling me to explore diverse viewpoints, perpetually learn, and foster connections with others. I am excited to contribute to Wisconsin Literacy's work of empowering individuals through the transformative power of literacy!"

Associate Director
Phone: (608) 257-1655

"Literacy is the foundation to achieving your goals, no matter what your path in life. I’m honored to be part of a team working to support literacy learners across Wisconsin as they improve their lives, strengthen our communities and celebrate the beauty in diversity."

Ashleigh completed COABE’s State Association Leadership Institute in 2023 and the State Advocate for Adult Education Fellowship in 2022.

Director of Program Compliance and Product Strategy
Phone: (920) 212-1649
Office in: Milwaukee

"Everyone should have access to the worlds of imagination, information and opportunity literacy connects us to."

Data & Communications Manager
Phone: (608) 921-1236

"Literacy makes the world more accessible. It's an honor to work in an organization that helps learners build invaluable skills across the state."

Refugee Services Program Manager
Phone: (608) 257-1655 ext. 6

"Everyone deserves access to literacy and education, which open doors and improve quality of life."

Grants & Financial Specialist
Phone: (608) 257-1655

"Literacy is a connection to the world we experience! It is a foundation, which allows us to advocate for ourselves to seek fairness and justice, helps us navigate our health and financial needs, and serves as a bridge to learn, appreciate, and help others."

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Phone: (608) 257-1655 ext. 2

“From learning to read and write to making informed decisions, literacy impacts all aspects of everyday life. Literacy is the force that drives independence and empowers individuals to achieve their goals.”

Manager of Tutor Training & Digital Literacy
Phone: (608) 535-9838
Office: Madison

"Low digital literacy skills can prevent access to healthcare, employment, education, finance, civic engagement, and entertainment. It is a privilege to work for Wisconsin Literacy to increase equity in these areas."

Northeast Regional Literacy Consultant
Phone: (920) 819-5289
Office in: Green Bay

"I am an advocate for literacy because of the impact it makes on individuals’ lives and the wellbeing of our society. Education comes in many forms and should be available to people of all ages, nationalities, socio-economic levels, and color. We often take that for granted in the United States, but it serves us well to recall that not all people in all parts of the world are so fortunate to have ready access to education. I am proud to work for an organization that is advancing literacy in our state and beyond!"

Southeast Regional Literacy Consultant
Phone: (262) 930-3465
Office in: Racine

"Giving someone the gift of literacy is my highest calling. My job enables lots of others to provide these gifts to individuals wanting to improve their lives."

Northwest Regional Literacy Consultant
Phone: (715) 513-6393
Office in: Eau Claire

"The ability to read is a right that should be available to everyone. I feel grateful to work in an organization that works to help people to reach their literacy goals. Literacy opens up a world of opportunities."

Southwest/Southcentral Regional Literacy Consultant
Phone: (608) 257-1655 ext. 8

"Literacy is a critical tool to empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve a variety of meaningful goals."

Regional Literacy Consultant Assistant
Phone: (414) 410-9882

"The reason this work is so important is because there are several factors that create challenges to vaccination such as education, income, gaps in health access, transportation, poor neighborhoods, mistrust and misinformation around COVID vaccines. I would like to help individuals overcome these challenges. You only have one you so you must take good care of your health. Too many have died from this deadly virus so I must do everything I can to slow down its spread and possibly save lives."

Commercial/Farm Ranch Operations Manager
American Family Insurance

"I've been involved with literacy for several years and I think it is such an important skill set to have to live the life that you want to live."

Attorney
Godfrey and Kahn, S.C.

“Working towards the goal of universal literacy means working to level a playing field that most people don’t realize needs leveling.”

Director, Library & Patient Education Services and GetWellNetwork
Gundersen Health System

"Literacy is an essential life skill. I have experienced firsthand the benefits of literacy tutoring."

Business Analytics Manager
American Family Insurance Claims Services

"Literacy is crucial to being able to function in the world today, whether that be to read a book, a text or information from a doctor. It opens doors to making hopes and dreams a reality. "

Assistant Director, Literacy and Mathematics
Wisconsin Department of Instruction

“Literacy empowers individuals to communicate effectively, access information, and participate fully in their communities. Literacy is a super power that can change the course of an individual's life.”

Founder & CEO
Veda

"As a founder in the health technology space, I've found literacy and health literacy are critical to truly benefiting from and understanding how to get and stay healthy. I'm proud to work with Wisconsin Literacy as I believe the ability to read and write is fundamental to engaging with wellness and healthcare."

Vice President for Clinical Informatics
Epic Healthcare Systems

Foreign Language and Adult Literacy Librarian
Milwaukee Public Library Drop-In Adult Tutoring Program

“The support of Wisconsin Literacy is invaluable when working with lifelong learners and refugees. With their support, we are able to provide important resources for the citizens of Milwaukee and make a difference in their lives through literacy.”

President
Baraboo Literacy Council

"I was always a reader so when my son was diagnosed with dyslexia, I was heartbroken. I believed that he would never love reading like I did. I am pleased to report that with the aid of many fine public school teachers and some accommodations, he learned to read and eventually even learned to enjoy it. My volunteer work with the BALC, and now Wisconsin Literacy, is my way of giving back to the community that helped my son learn how to read."

Director of Marketing and Marketing Technology
ThedaCare

"Supporting Wisconsin Literacy can directly increase a person or family’s quality of life, helping them navigate the healthcare system, transportation systems, their finances, and their career advancement. You replace fear with confidence. That is priceless and lasting."

Community Health Initiatives Director
Milwaukee Health Care Partnership

“Health equity means having a fair and just opportunity to live your healthiest life possible. Opportunity hinges on awareness and access, which is dependent on us increasing health literacy by tailoring approaches to serve the individuals and communities most burdened by inequities.”