Join us at the 2025 Innovative Learning Awards!
Celebrate PowerMyLearning's impactful work and join us for an unforgettable evening honoring the educators, students, and families we serve nationwide. Hear from special guests and learn how you can help expand equitable learning opportunities for all students.
Event Details
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from 6pm-9pm
Current at Chelsea Piers
Pier 59, Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 1001
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Our Honorees
This year, we are thrilled to honor the founders of The Center for Education Market Dynamics, three inspiring leaders driving meaningful change in education
Jeff Livingston
Beth Mejia
Jay Bakhru
Jeff Livingston
Jeff is an education advocate and trailblazer with a deep commitment to equity in education. With over a decade of leadership at McGraw-Hill Education, Jeff has driven innovative strategies that expand access to educational resources for underserved students. As a founding partner of EdSolutions and The Center for Education Market Dynamics, Jeff continues to champion mission-driven partnerships that transform learning experiences nationwide.
Education: B.A., Harvard University, MA
Beth Mejia
Beth is a dedicated leader with over 30 years of experience shaping high-quality educational products that reach historically underserved students. As a former executive with Macmillan, Pearson, and McGraw-Hill, Beth has played a pivotal role in enhancing instructional resources and supporting student success. In her current role as a founding partner of EdSolutions and The Center for Education Market Dynamics, Beth works to align market-driven insights with impactful educational strategies.
Education: M.A., University of West Alabama, AL; B.A., Bethany College, WV
Jay Bakhru
Jay is a social impact leader with expertise at the intersection of education, innovation, and equity. With leadership experience at Deloitte Consulting, Citigroup, and Educational Testing Service, Jay brings a strategic perspective to improving student outcomes. As a founding partner of EdSolutions and The Center for Education Market Dynamics, Jay continues to advance initiatives that expand educational access and drive social impact.
Education: BA Brown University, MBA Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, MA in Education Policy from Teachers College at Columbia University with a thesis on the role of Market Dynamics on K-12 Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
Starring...
We are excited to honor an exemplary student, teacher, and family partner from PS70Q, a public elementary school in Queens. Stay tuned to hear their inspiring stories!
Elena and Jovana
First Grade Student and Family Partner
Mrs. Samina Redzepagic (Mrs. "R")
First Grade Teacher
Thank You to Our Sponsors
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Past Honorees
Learn more about our previous honorees.
Last year, we honored the remarkable tenure of Co-Founder Elisabeth Stock as she welcomed PowerMyLearning CEO Dr. Arun Ramanathan. Elisabeth now serves as Founder in Residence, where she continues to support the organization’s mission.
José Vilson (Community Leadership Award): José is an educator, sociologist, and bestselling author dedicated to exploring education, race, and equity. He leads EduColor, an organization supporting communities of educators of color.
Mark Malaspina (Educational Impact Award): As PowerMyLearning’s former President, Mark advanced educational impact and program innovation. He previously co-founded The Grow Network and now leads product development at the Wadhwani Foundation.
Travis Terry (Community Leadership Award): Travis is the President of Capalino, the largest urban strategy firm in the United States, where he plays a pivotal role in supporting organizations that uplift communities across New York City.
