We are the Tennessee
STEM Innovation Team!
We work side by side with educators to support great teaching and accelerate STEM and STE(A)M learning. We are a team of STEM nerds obssessed with improving instruction for all students. We are former teachers, principals, coaches, and non-profit leaders with a strong record of proven results and a shared passion for STEM.
Our core team is small, but we leverage the diverse perspectives and experiences of dozens of educational leaders across Tennessee through our consultant network.
Becky Ashe
Director of Professional Learning and Innovation
Becky manages the Network's many professional development and educator learning opportunities.
Gretchen Brown
Operations Director
Gretchen manages the financial, administrative, and operational aspects of TSIN programs.
Ben Di'Chiara
Relationship Manager
Ben manages the Network's Statewide Design Challenge, College and Career Readiness relationships, and Workforce Externship program.
Kristin McQueen
Relationship Manager
Kristin manages a variety of STEM initiatives and works to expand the Network's outreach efforts.
Sarah Sparkman
Project Manager
Sarah provides project management and event support for Network initiatives and manages TSIN events.
Brandi Stroecker
Network Director
Brandi directs the overall mission and vision of the network and manages many of the Network's initiatives.
Stephanie Zeiger
Computer Science Consultant
Stephanie consults on and supports Computer Science initiatives.
Yureka Pirtle
STEM Education Counselor Advisor
Yureka advises the team on school counseling supports and outreach.
