Meet our Board of Directors
Stephen Danyluk
Daniel Kasambira
Stephen Danyluk
Stephen Danyluk is SVP of Social Impact and Government at edX, where he leads global efforts to expand access to education and economic opportunity. With 20+ years in education and healthcare, Stephen has scaled multiple business lines, including a $250M portfolio at 2U, Inc. He brings deep expertise in operations, strategy, and impact partnerships to the CodeConnect board.
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Stacey Maresco
Daniel Kasambira
Stephen Danyluk
Stacey Maresco is the Chief of Staff to the CEO at EdVisorly and a veteran EdTech leader with a track record of scaling mission-driven education organizations. She has held senior roles at Empowered Education and Trilogy Education, where she led product and operational teams focused on learner success and inclusion. Stacey is especially p
Stacey Maresco is the Chief of Staff to the CEO at EdVisorly and a veteran EdTech leader with a track record of scaling mission-driven education organizations. She has held senior roles at Empowered Education and Trilogy Education, where she led product and operational teams focused on learner success and inclusion. Stacey is especially passionate about helping women advance in their careers and brings deep expertise in product strategy, team leadership, and student experience to CodeConnect.
Daniel Kasambira
Daniel Kasambira
Daniel Kasambira
Daniel Kasambira is the President & CEO of United Way of Madison County and a longtime nonprofit leader with deep experience in community engagement, youth development, and equity-focused partnerships. He’s held leadership roles with the YMCA, Alabama A&M University, and United Way of Central Alabama, managing programs and campaigns that
Daniel Kasambira is the President & CEO of United Way of Madison County and a longtime nonprofit leader with deep experience in community engagement, youth development, and equity-focused partnerships. He’s held leadership roles with the YMCA, Alabama A&M University, and United Way of Central Alabama, managing programs and campaigns that have raised over $30 million. A dedicated civic leader, Daniel serves on numerous local and state boards and has been recognized for his service and leadership. He lives in Huntsville, AL with his wife Julian and their four adult children.
Patrick Pena
Catherine Manjares
Daniel Kasambira
Patrick Pena is the CTO of Livara Health and a seasoned engineering leader known for building inclusive, high-impact tech teams. He has launched products reaching millions of users and is passionate about mentorship, leadership development, and aligning technology with purpose. Patrick brings a people-first, innovation-driven mindset to CodeConnect’s mission.
Juanita Soranno
Catherine Manjares
Catherine Manjares
Prior to founding CodeConnect, Juanita built and led EdX for Impact, and now also serves as Head of Impact at Cengage Group, where she drives workforce development strategy and cross-sector partnerships. She holds an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill and a degree in Ethnic Studies from San Francisco State University. An optimistic activator at hea
Prior to founding CodeConnect, Juanita built and led EdX for Impact, and now also serves as Head of Impact at Cengage Group, where she drives workforce development strategy and cross-sector partnerships. She holds an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill and a degree in Ethnic Studies from San Francisco State University. An optimistic activator at heart, Juanita brings relentless energy to designing bold solutions that center community voice and deliver real-world outcomes.
Catherine Manjares
Catherine Manjares
Catherine Manjares
Catherine serves as a fractional COO and strategic advisor to startups and social enterprises. With deep experience in operational infrastructure, process design, and leadership development, she helps organizations build strong foundations for growth. Catherine brings to CodeConnect a steady hand, a strategic mindset, and a deep belief in the power of systems to support meaningful change.