Gerard is inspired by the possibilities and the potential of bringing inner aspects of our humanity to the foreground in education. [Read more..]
Francesca Rusciani Co-Founder & Executive Director
Francesca’s passion for big life questions started when she was a girl and has since developed into a lifelong journey of exploration, inquiry and commitment to social change. [Read more..]
Jonathan WangManager of School Programs and Teacher Training
Prior to joining OFI, Jonathan spent his career as a high school English teacher and academic administrator in public and independent, day and boarding, and start-up and long-established schools. [Read more..]
Chandni TrivediDirector, Strategic Partnerships and Communications
Chandni joined the Open Future Institute in 2020 after working in the education and finance industry for the past decade. At Open Future Institute, Chandni leads the communication and partnership strategy.[Read more..]
Florence FabbricottiQUESTion Academy Program Manager
Florence joined the Open Future Institute in 2015. In the Netherlands, she has facilitated QUESTion Classes for students, and the QUESTion Academy curriculum for teachers in several schools.,[Read more..]
Marieke van WoerkomSenior Teacher Trainer
Marieke van Woerkom joined Open Future Institute as an educational consultant and teacher trainer in 2020. As a trainer, facilitator, and coach she works in schools across New York City… [Read more..]
Joshua MesnikSenior Teacher Trainer
Joshua began his journey with The QUESTion Project while in college at Florida State University by helping to create the first experimental “QUESTion Lab.” …. [Read more..]
Natalia Inoa Office Assistant
Natalia’s journey working with The QUESTion Project started as a high school student taking the QUESTion class, being very active both in class and as a QUESTion Ambassador. [Read more..]
Steve BallDeputy Executive Director
Steve joined Open Future Institute after spending over 20 years working in for-profit companies. Steve brings his business and management experience to the organization to help it grow in a sustainable way. In addition… [Read more..]
Our Pro Bono Contributors
Isobel KingAmbassador, The QUESTion Project
Isobel joined Open Future Institute after spending several months as a volunteer who recognized the importance of supporting young people with an outlet to explore life’s biggest questions. [Read more..]
Mohamed RamyAmbassador, The QUESTion Project
Mohamed interned with the Open Future Institute in 2015, and has since volunteered his time as an Ambassador of The QUESTion Project. He is curious about the evolution of culture, and holds fast to his belief that acknowledging differences can lead to understanding. He is currently a pre-med student at Amherst College.