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Amira Leadership Team

Our leadership team combines deep expertise in edtech and AI to transform student learning outcomes with precision and speed. Together, we're shaping the future of AI-powered learning, leading the charge to cultivate growth through a new era of learning innovation. 

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Mark Angel

Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer

Pete Jungwirth

Co-founder and Chief Technical Officer

Monika Flood

Chief Financial Officer

Rich Watson

Chief Revenue Officer

Ashish Gupta

Chief Strategy Officer

Joe Siedlecki

Chief Impact Officer

Amy Scholz

Chief Operating Officer

Sara Erickson

Chief of Staff

Board Leadership

Richard Collins

Co-Chairman Of The Board

Richard is a renowned business leader and philanthropist in Dallas, Texas. He has invested in and/or operated education, real estate, energy, and media companies since 1972. Collins also chairs the Today Foundation and leads the Collins Family Foundation, supporting historic preservation, education, and regional arts. He has played a key role in restoring historic landmarks and advancing philanthropic efforts across Texas.

Amit Patel

Co-Chairman Of The Board

Amit is a founding member of Owl Ventures, where he has led investments in leading edtech companies like Leap, Securly, Panorama Education, and Thinkful. He works closely with edtech startups, helping them scale through strategic partnerships and fundraising. Before Owl, Amit founded an afterschool tutoring company and held key roles at Mathnasium and Success Academy Charter Schools. He holds a B.A. from Rice University and an M.B.A./M.A. from Stanford.