Stacy Wall Schweikhart serves as CEO for Learn to Earn Dayton.  Stacy oversees a talented team, works in coordination with committed community partners and collaborates with a dedicated Board of Directors to implement the strategic vision for the organization. A Dayton native, Stacy brings more than 21 years of public sector leadership and a deep network of partners and resources to the CEO role. She joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2022, having previously served as Director of Strategy & Engagement for MVRPC and in a variety of leadership roles with the City of Kettering, Ohio. Stacy earned her BA and MPA degrees from the University of Dayton and is an AICP certified professional planner.

Wesley Biles serves as the Program Manager for Cradle to Career Initiatives for Learn to Earn Dayton. Wesley is responsible for supporting the Summer & Afterschool Collaborative, “Mighty” Classrooms (attendance improvement program), Early Grade Literacy Collaborative, I Educate Montgomery County, and the Diversity Recruitment: Educators Association for Miami Valley (D.R.E.A.M). Wesley brings deep educational experience; before joining the team he served as a classroom teacher in both high and middle schools, transition coordinator, restorative justice coordinator, and librarian for Dayton Public Schools. He also brings private industry experience, having previously worked with Evenflo Baby Company, Enterprise, and MetLife Insurance Company. Wesley received his B.S. in marketing from Wilberforce University in 1998.

Donerik Black serves as the Manager of Place-Based Strategies for Learn to Earn Dayton. In this role Donerik is responsible for managing and implementing place-based initiatives and leading engagement efforts with internal and external stakeholders to ensure cross-sector, outreach, and activities related to place-based partnerships. In previous roles, Donerik has worked with banking foundations and the City of Dayton to ensure that small, minority, and woman-owned businesses obtained foundational skills to grow. He also served as the Executive Director of Unified Health Solutions, providing educational support for neighborhood schools. Donerik received his B.S. in business from Washington Adventist University in 1993 and his M.B.A. in business from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2017.

Megan Cooper serves as the Director of Development & Communication. Megan leads efforts surrounding fundraising, donor relations, grant management, communication, and outreach. She joined L2ED in 2022, bringing a passion for the Dayton region and broad experience in the nonprofit community, having previously served as Development Manager for Dayton Metro Library, Executive Director for Film Dayton, and at Eastway Behavioral Healthcare, as well as through volunteer service to support the arts, economic development, and neighborhood vibrancy of the region. Megan earned her BA and MA from the University of Dayton, and is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

Andrew Dibert serves as the Director of Finance and Operations for Learn to Earn Dayton. Andrew is responsible for the finances of the organization as well as the daily operations and coordination with MCESC facilities, IT and HR. He joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2022, having previously served as the Accountant for MVRPC and working as an auditor for the Auditor of the State of Ohio. Andrew graduated from Cedarville University with a Bachelors in Accounting in 2018.

Philip serves as the Manager of Data & Impact for Learn to Earn Dayton. Philip is responsible for supporting local and statewide partnerships and projects  in data collection, analysis, and reporting. Philip also serves as the state liaison for the Children's Funding Project, an initiative to develop and maintain equitably coordinated funding for comprehensive programs and services. He joined Learn to Earn in 2024, previously serving as an independent Principal Consultant, Director of Community Impact at the YMCA of Greater Dayton, and Graduate Research Assistant to the Office of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement at Wright State University. Philip earned his BA from Heidelberg University in Adolescent-Young-Adult Education and MPA from Wright State University. 

Erica Fields serves as the Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives for Learn to Earn Dayton. Erica provides leadership for Learn to Earn Dayton’s initiatives targeted in focused geographies where access to opportunity is limited and achievement gaps are the greatest, in partnership with districts, higher-education institutions, out-of-school providers, and student-centered community-based organizations. She is responsible for driving systemic change, with a particular focus on ensuring that those directly impacted and often disenfranchised have voice, influence and power. Erica joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2023, having previously served as Executive Director of the Dayton Human Relations Council and in a variety of leadership roles in state and local government. She is a Dayton Business Journal 40 Under 40 Hall of Famer and BizWoman Power 50 Awardee and was recently honored by the Miami Valley Fair Housing Center as the 2023 Community Professional for her work in promoting fair housing choice and fostering a secure and diverse community free of discrimination. Erica earned her BA and MPA degrees from Wright State University.

Shauna Kaczynski serves as Assistant to the CEO and Office Manager for Learn to Earn Dayton. In this role, Shauna serves as a high-level liaison for both the Board of Trustees and staff of Learn to Earn Dayton. Shauna is responsible for the execution of strategies to support the governing body and its various committees, and to support the recruitment, onboarding and development for staff within the organization. She joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2024, having previously served as the Clerk of Council for the City of Kettering. She is from Northwest Dayton, a graduate of Dayton Public Schools, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Wright State University and a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from California Coast University.

Thomas J. Lasley, II (Tom) serves as Director, Policy and Advocacy, Montgomery County Educational Service Center and Learn to Earn Dayton. Tom focuses on shaping  policies and practices that impact P-16 educational attainment. Tom served as Dean, Education and Health Sciences, University of Dayton until 2010 and continues to teach doctoral classes in higher education.  Tom serves on multiple regional and national boards including the Air Camp Inc., National Council on Teacher Quality, United Theological Seminary, Dayton Literary Peace Prize, and the National Museum of the United States Air Force Foundation.  Tom completed all his degrees, including his Ph.D., at The Ohio State University and has authored or co-authored 14 books.

Shelby Quinlivan serves as the Communications & Special Projects Manager for Learn to Earn Dayton. In this role, Shelby will support communications and outreach efforts for Learn to Earn Dayton. She joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2024, having previously served as Community Relations and Development Manager for Washington-Centerville Public Library and Communications Manager for the City of Middletown. Shelby graduated from the University of Dayton with a BA in Communications.

Emma Smales serves as the Director of Data & Impact for Learn to Earn Dayton. Emma helps community collaboratives solve complex problems utilizing the Collective Impact model. She also directs our efforts in tracking outcomes and setting priorities toward goals for our many initiatives. Emma joined Learn to Earn Dayton in 2022, having previously served as the Birth Outcomes Manager at Public Health - Dayton and Montgomery County and Health Promotion Supervisor at the Clark County Combined Health District. Emma earned her bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Gender Studies from Sonoma State University and a Master of Public Health from California State University, Northridge. Emma is also the 5th generation owner of Smales Pretzel Bakery, a 117-year-old pretzel bakery located in Dayton’s Twin Towers neighborhood. 

Bryan Stewart serves as Workforce Director, joining the organization in 2019. Bryan manages Dayton’s Business Advisory Council in coordination with major industry partners and 23 nearby school districts. Bryan is a Leadership Ohio Class of 2022 graduate and recently earned the Dayton Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award. Previously, he served as a Legislative Aide in the Dayton City Commission Office. Bryan holds a master's degree in public administration from the University of Dayton and a bachelor's in diplomacy and global politics from Miami University. He also serves as a board member for Welcome Dayton and is an avid Cincinnati Bengals and science fiction fan.