Meet our Team

Courtney leads ReadTheory’s efforts to expand the company’s reach and impact for students across the globe. She has over a decade of experience growing brands with important missions and holds a B.A. in Strategic Communication and Marketing. Courtney believes that the future of our world is in the hearts and minds of our classrooms, and that’s what drives her. When she’s not crafting marketing strategy, she’s usually on her yoga mat, or experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes.

Jules brings a blend of marketing strategy and operational thinking to ReadTheory’s growth team. With four years in K–12 EdTech, she enjoys untangling messy data, building clearer systems, and helping good ideas turn into real impact. Jules believes the gift of reading is one of the greatest things we can give children, and that empowering teachers to meet students where they are makes that gift possible. Outside of work, Jules can usually be found chasing a toddler with her husband and negotiating which book to read next.

Lisa proudly brings a wealth of experience and a passion for education to her Strategic Partnerships with Schools & Districts role. With over 15 years experience as a teacher and school administrator in PreK-12 schools, she is deeply committed to empowering students to become lifelong learners. She provides schools and districts with tools and resources that help them grow confident readers and foster student engagement. Lisa is an avid James Madison University sports fan (Go Dukes!) who loves traveling and completing puzzles.

Jessica is passionate about helping schools and districts find solutions that truly improve student outcomes. She brings an enterprise sales background and a collaborative approach to every partnership. She earned Bachelor degrees in Communication from Hanover College and Nursing from Indiana University, bringing a unique perspective to her work in education. She believes strong literacy skills are the foundation for success in every subject and at every stage of life, which is what drives her passion for this work. Outside of work, Jessica enjoys cooking, spending time outdoors, discovering live music and local food spots, and two stepping around Texas with her fiancé. Even after several years in Texas, she still proudly calls herself a Hoosier.

Michal is an Operations Manager at ReadTheory who helps keep key parts of the business running smoothly, supporting finance, legal, and strategic projects across the company. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law and Economics and previously spent five years as a lawyer at leading Israeli law firms, specializing in technology law, including privacy, AI, and online content regulation. Michal believes educators have the most important job in the world, and that pairing their expertise with technology creates powerful opportunities to improve learning. Outside of work, she enjoys exercising, practicing yoga, cooking healthy meals, and finding beauty in the everyday.

Chelsea is a passionate educator with over five years of experience in K–8 classrooms, specializing in special education and intervention. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Elon University and now serves as an Customer Success Manager at ReadTheory, partnering with schools to create meaningful reading experiences that help every learner grow. Outside of work, she enjoys playing beach volleyball and softball, hiking, spending time with loved ones and her three fur babies, and coaching a local high school Cheer and Stunt team.

Caitlin brings over a decade of educational experience to the ReadTheory Customer Support team. With a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Literacy, she spent 9 of her 12 years in education as a classroom teacher. She’s passionate about helping students develop a lifelong love of reading—because reading truly is everywhere, from the classroom to everyday life. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, beach walks, and spending time with her husband and son. She’s excited to support both students and teachers in their learning journeys with ReadTheory.

Roy has been with ReadTheory since 2020 and is responsible for building and maintaining the front and back end of the site. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science and a Master’s in Philosophy of Science. He is a firm believer in the power of online and personalized learning and was proud to support students and teachers throughout the global pandemic. Roy spends his work hours in front of a screen, so after logging out for the day, he’ll head out to the nearest trail for a hike.