BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Christine Zalewski obtained her Ph.D. at the University of Virginia and taught diagnosis, statistics, research methods, psychometrics, and cognitive assessment at the graduate level for over 20 years prior to transitioning to the private sector in 2014. Since that time, she has continued to apply her research background by providing statistical consultation for medical forensic accounting, consultation for educational and environmental organizations, and by contributing to a variety of marine science projects. In addition to her academic activities, Christine also owns and operates a digital imaging and art licensing business, and her artwork has been published extensively both in the US and internationally.

Martin J. Kossoff, CFP, AIF, is Chair of Allegiant Private Advisors, LLC, Sarasota, FL, one of the largest independent advisory firms in the Gulf Coast region. Martin is recognized as one of the country's best advisors by Barron's and by the Financial Times. Allegiant currently has over $950 million under management and advises high net-worth families, business, and non-profits. Martin currently serves as a member of two non-profit boards and as an advisor to many others, consulting with them on issues such as fiduciary responsibility, establishment of investment guidelines and procedures, and protocols related to Investment Policy Statements. Martin graduated from the University of Rochester with a degree in Geology, and received his Master’s in Geology (Marine Sedimentology) from the State University of New York, Binghamton. 

Sanjay H. Velappan is a consultant with Simon-Kucher & Partners and is a member of the firm’s Software/Internet/Media team. Sanjay advises clients on a variety of topics to help them maintain and grow their organizations. Additionally, as a mentor in the Atlanta-based entrepreneurial accelerator program, Start:Me, Sanjay works with local business and non-profits to develop specific frameworks targeted at solving their most challenging strategic problems. Sanjay’s love for the marine environment was sparked by his first visit to Hawaii, where he began to study and appreciate the coral reef and all of its inhabitants. Sanjay received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration (concentrations in both Finance & Marketing) from the Goizueta School of Business at Emory University.