Executive Leadership

The Council's executive leadership is comprised of the president, executive vice president and senior administrators who are listed below. These individuals report to the president and are responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the Council's work.

For a complete listing of staff and contact information, visit the staff directory.

• Melissa Bell
  Vice President of Academic Affairs
• Amanda Ellis
  Vice President of P-20 Policy and Programs
• Lee Nimocks
  Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff
• Bill Payne
  Vice President of Finance and Administration
• Travis Powell
  Vice President and General Counsel
• Aaron Thompson
  President