Built by People Who’ve Been in Your Shoes
We’re former AmeriCorps members and program directors. Long-time volunteers and social impact program leaders. Literacy leaders. Artists, aunties, parents, and creative problem-solvers who’ve lived the pressure, the paperwork, the purpose.
We’ve written the midnight grants. We’ve wrestled with compliance. We’ve asked ourselves: Why are the tools built to help… actually making things harder?
So we built what we wish we had. A platform grounded in empathy, clarity, and respect for your time.
When you reach out to us, you’re not getting a chatbot. You’re not getting a script.
You’re getting people who’ve been where you are—who see your work, your vision, your reality—and who are here to make your days smoother, lighter, and more impactful.
Meet some of us below. We’re glad you’re here.
Built by People Who Know How to Play
Because we know that meaningful work thrives on strong connections, we make space for fun, too. On most days, our team connects through improv games—keeping us sharp, creative, and ready to solve problems in unexpected ways. (Ask us about it—we dare you!)
Gary Kosman
Founder & CEO
Gary founded America Learns in 2003 after serving as a tutor and mentor during college. Since that time, he has served as an Echoing Green Fellow and was recently highlighted in the book, Creating Good Work: 25 of the World’s Leading Social Entrepreneurs Help You Build a Healthy Economy. In 2007, former President Bill Clinton recognized Gary and America Learns in the bestseller, Giving: How Each of Us Can Change the World.
One day, I’ll try to hike Mt. Whitney.
Christina Williams Saulter
CHIEF CUSTOMER OFFICER
As a two-time AmeriCorps member (NCCC and VISTA), program director for a youth development organization (America SCORES Cleveland), and as the former Program Director for an AmeriCorps National Direct (Coach Across America), Christina brings a ton of experience to the America Learns community. She studied poetry at Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis, and when she’s not finding creative ways to make service more fun and meaningful.
One day, I’ll have three grown-up kiddos.
Kerrigan Boyd
Director of Client Happiness
Kerrigan is a proud AmeriCorps alumna having served in both COMCorps and Summer VISTA programs. She is passionate about public service and has focused her career on addressing social justice issues including housing access, affordable healthcare, and local food initiatives. Kerrigan thrives on helping national service leaders maximize their impact while reducing their administrative burdens. Outside of work, Kerrigan enjoys hiking, gardening, making upcycled jewelry, and spending lots of time with her dogs.
One day, I’ll hike the Pacific Trest Trail.
Susan Vega
Adult Literacy & AmeriCorps Specialist
Susan Vega began her career in the California Library Literacy Services world back in 1995, starting out as a volunteer tutor. What originally started out as a six-month commitment became a 26-year journey during which she has worked in library literacy programs in Chula Vista, National City, Carlsbad, San José, and San Diego in a variety of capacities, including three years as an AmeriCorps VISTA and as the Program Director for CLLS AmeriCorps, the California State Library AmeriCorps Project.
One day, I’ll go to Rapa Nui.
Allison Bishop
Client Success Manager
Allison is an enthusiastic AmeriCorps alum, she served two terms in Literacy AmeriCorps in Dayton, Ohio. Allison has experience working in government, corporate, and non-profit settings, this knowledge affords her a deep appreciation for the power of collaboration. Allison has a passion for community and assisting others. She is a lifelong learner with a love of history, food, books, and music. Allison is currently living in Alabama with her spouse, enjoying the chance to explore the Southern US.
One day, I’ll travel to every continent.
Yuliya Lantsman
Client Success Manager
Yuliya Lantsman has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, specializing in youth development programs. In her most recent role with the Massachusetts Promise Fellowship, an education-focused State National AmeriCorps program, Yuliya managed the program’s data collection utilizing the America Learns Impact Suite. Yuliya is dedicated to helping clients devise effective and holistic solutions for streamlining their data collection processes. When away from her screen, Yuliya enjoys bird watching, biking, running, paddleboarding, and reading.
One day, I’ll bike from Minneapolis to Duluth.
Arun Singh
Networking, Security, and Code Support Team Lead
Arun leads the networking, security, and support sides of our engineering team, protecting client data and making sure any bugs that arise are squashed ASAP. Arun has been with America Learns since 2011, one of a number of team members on our engineering team who has been a part of our practice for more than 10 years. Arun has two kiddos and is very involved with loving family.
Ritu Shukla
New Feature Team Lead
Ritu leads the portion of our engineering teams working on new and upgraded features. Prior to this role, Ritu led the survey and reporting team. Ritu is the longest-standing member of our engineering team, and never fails to bring calm and creativity to her work and leadership. If you get a chance to connect with her, ask her about the Art of Living.