Team
Our team members have diverse backgrounds in teaching, government, research, communications, and policy, but we all have one thing in common: We know that every Minnesota student can excel in a rigorous and engaging school, and we’re ready to work to make this happen.
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Josh Crosson
Executive Director
As executive director, Josh sets the direction for the organization’s work to ensure that all Minnesota students, especially those most underserved, have access to a great education.
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Andrea Roethke
Managing Director of Strategy and Operations
Andrea builds EdAllies’ capacity and impact by developing internal systems, managing a high-functioning team, and advancing educator and community engagement programs.
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Matt Hager
Director of Communications & Advancement
Matt leads EdAllies’ communications strategy including media relations, content, storytelling, and social media. He works to amplify voices, inform advocates, and communicate critical information.
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Meredith Samuelson
Operations Manager
Meredith Samuelson works behind the scenes at EdAllies to ensure the team has the capacity to do their best work for Minnesota students.
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Matt Shaver
Policy Director
As policy director, Matt coordinates EdAllies’ advocacy efforts, serving as a point person for policymakers, partners, and the community.
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Madie Spartz
Policy & Research Analyst
As Policy & Research Analyst, Madie helps EdAllies advance education policies that are data-informed and grounded in high-quality research and best practices.
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Margaret Sullivan
Programs & Outreach Manager
Margaret connects students, families, and educators to EdAllies' programs and advocacy opportunities.
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Natalie Trevino
Development Operations & Stewardship Manager
As Development Operations & Stewardship Manager, Natalie advances fundraising efforts and strategies for EdAllies and works to cultivate relationships with donors.
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Jill Greendeer
Indigenous Research Consultant
Jill is an Indigenous Research Consultant with EdAllies and has experience working in academic, corporate, and clinical settings both within Native American communities and in mainstream society.
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Joey Gebin
Joey Gebin is EdAllies' 2025 Capitol Pathways Intern. She is a second-year student pursuing a B.A. in Art History and International Studies at Macalester College '27. Originally from Compton, California and later Orlando, Florida, she is passionate about creating equity in education. Joey also does work-study off campus through the Bonner Scholars Program, serving at the Legal Rights Center as the Community Strategy Program Fellow.. When not at school, work, or in extracurriculars, you can find her enjoying music, matcha, art, and a new knitting project.