Who We Are

IHEP’s mission and vision are made possible through the hard work and valuable expertise of some of the most respected professionals in the fields of public policy and research. Collectively, its staff works together to advance higher education opportunities for all individuals.

Michelle Asha Cooper, Ph.D., President
Anne Bowles, Policy and Outreach Associate
Alisa Federico Cunningham, Vice President of Research
Kladé J. Hare , Programs Coordinator/Policy Intern
Noël Harmon, Ph.D., Senior Research Analyst
Gregory Kienzl, Ph.D., Director of Research
Lacey H. Leegwater, Director of Planning and Special Projects
Heather M. Mastowski, Staff Accountant and Administrative Associate
Edward Smith, Special Assistant to the President
Brian A. Sponsler, Ed.D., Associate Director of Research
Lisa M. Stewart, Chief Financial and Adminstrative Officer
Alexis Wesaw, Research Associate