Our People
The work of APIA Scholars would not be possible without the efforts and generosity of countless Scholars, advisors, institutions, and supportive companies and their dedicated employees. Learn more about the ones making a difference below:
Noël S. Harmon, PhD.
President & Executive Director
Elena Anderson
Chief Operating Officer
Katrina Sun Breese
VP, Development & Programs
Melissa May
Programs & GMS Program Director
Karen Joy Dizon
Strategic Initiatives Associate
Emily Hyde
Scholarships Director
Catherine Litten
Scholarships Manager
Gulnara Mambetova
Finance & Operations Manager
Arianne Martin
Program Manager
Gates Millennium Scholars Program
GMS Program Manager
Michael Blakely
GMS Program Assistant
Florie Mendiola
Programs Manager
Bryan Park
Marketing and Communications Manager
Leilani Pimentel
Strategic Initiatives Director
