Board of Directors and Staff

We are grateful for the leadership of the individuals who serve on our Board of Directors:

Dr. Trey Adcock, Center for Native Health, Asheville, North Carolina

Dr. Elizabeth City, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Wendy Ikoku, Asheville, North Carolina

Jan Leight, Long Beach, California

NPC Staff

Our core staff work with a network of educators to support Paideia work around the United States and in select schools abroad.

Dr. Jeremy Spielman, Executive Director

Jeremy Spielman is an experienced teacher, principal, system administrator, and school-transformation agent. His educational philosophy is founded on asking questions rather than forcing answers, and on building consensus rather than driving an agenda. Before joining the National Paideia Center in 2017, Jeremy served as Asheville (NC) City Schools' Director of Professional Development, Digital Learning, and Gifted Programming. Previously, Jeremy served schools across the state as a District and School Transformation Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. As a scholar-practitioner, Jeremy is focused on how we become better active listeners. He completed his doctoral degree in Educational Systems Improvement Science from Clemson University.  

Contact Jeremy at Jeremy@Paideia.org 

Holly Griffin, Principal Strategist

Holly Griffin joins The National Paideia Center as the Principal Strategist/Office Manager. Holly brings over ten years of experience in education, including her most recent role as a Reading Specialist. Throughout her career, Holly has focused on building strong relationships, organizing systems that support meaningful work, and leading initiatives that make a lasting impact. Holly is passionate about helping teams run smoothly and is a vital asset in supporting Paideia’s mission and connecting with our partners.

Contact Holly at Holly@Paideia.org.

Dr. Terry Roberts, Director Emeritus