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Our Team

It takes people to power progress. Our team brings deep expertise, shared purpose, and a drive to lead the way in cyber education, innovation, and security.

Governance & Leadership

Trusted stewards guiding the NCF mission, growth, and long-term strategic vision.

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Laura Nelson

President and Chief Executive Officer

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Frank Whetsell, CPA, CAE

Treasurer & Director of Finance

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Tim Fisher

Secretary

Board of Directors

Distinguished leaders shaping direction through insight, experience, and service.

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George Barnes

Chairman of the Board

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Stephanie Franklin-Thomas

Member

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Rand Griffin

Member

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Cyndi Gula

Member

Siraaj Hasan, NCF BoD member

Siraaj M. Hasan

Member

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John C. “Chris” Inglis

Member

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Jamil Jaffer

Member

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Robert M. Lee

Member

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Vice Adm. J. Michael “Mike” McConnell USN (Ret)

Member

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Hon. Ronald Moultrie

Member

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Dr. Calvin Nobles

Member

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Kevin Phillips

Member

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Teresa Shea

Member

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Grant Verstandig

Member

Staff

Passionate professionals driving day-to-day impact across programs and operations.

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Laura Nelson

President and Chief Executive Officer

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Frank Whetsell, CPA, CAE

Treasurer & Director of Finance

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Rebecca Diamond

Development Director

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Christine Harding

Marketing & Communications Director

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Dr. Alisha Jordan

Education Program Director

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Kevin Keaton

Director of Engagement & Innovation

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Adam Boffa

Multi-Media Producer

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Dr. Ashawnda Fleming

Grant Writer

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Kishanna Harley

Education Program Coordinator

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Kathy Herbert

Office Administrator / Customer Relations Specialist

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Chanelle Kacy-Dunlap

Social Media Administrator

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Jessica P.

Education Program Manager

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Cindi Saadi

Website & Online Administrator

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Carrie Smith

Meeting Planner

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Renaldo St.James II

Podcast Marketing & Communications Specialist

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Kennedy Taylor

#CyberChats Podcast Host

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James Walsh

Cyber Pulse Podcast Host

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Amber Wellman

Office Administrator / Customer Relations Specialist

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