eLuma’s Leadership
Team

Jeremy Glauser is steadfast in empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential. He has spent his career in education addressing the critical issue of student hunger, followed by pioneering efforts in special education, where he collaborated with a Speech Scientist to revolutionize speech and language remediation. Subsequently, Jeremy has become a prominent figure in introducing mental health and teletherapy solutions to schools, partnering with thought leaders nationwide.

Acknowledged for his outstanding contributions, Jeremy was named to the 40 Under 40 list by Utah Magazine and received runner-up Entrepreneur of the Year by EOY. He is an industry council member for various organizations, including CEC and the Kennedy Forum, and is a valued member of The Elizabeth Farrell Society. 

Currently serving as Chairman of the Board of eLuma, Jeremy has overseen the positive impact of their services on tens of thousands of students. 

Beyond his professional pursuits, Jeremy’s passions center around faith, service, and family. Married to an amazing wife, he is a proud father of five children and shares his home with two lively pups. 

Andy brings deep domain expertise in scaling education and SaaS technology companies to eLuma.  Most recently, Andy was President and Chief Executive Officer of Waterford, a nonprofit that combines the science of learning, the power of mentoring, and the promise of technology to build family and community partnerships that deliver access to excellence and equity in early education.  Before that, he was the Chief Strategy Officer of Renaissance Learning and held leadership roles at Scientific Learning and Pearson.

Melissa Slone is a dedicated educator and executive committed to fostering strong relationships that drive meaningful impact on student success.

Beginning her career as a Special Education teacher and administrator, she transitioned into leadership roles at national school providers, including K12, FuelEd, and Connections Education, where she guided client partnerships and service delivery at both regional and national levels. Most recently, Melissa served as Senior Vice President of Sales and Services at StrongMind, leading initiatives to enhance school and practitioner success.

A respected leader in education services, Melissa’s expertise in strategic planning and team development has earned her a reputation for elevating performance and cultivating positive organizational culture. Her unique background—from college basketball walk-on to Hall of Fame point guard and Division 1 coach—has shaped her leadership philosophy, emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and a people-first approach.

As Chief Growth Officer at eLuma, Melissa is dedicated to fostering strong partnerships and delivering exceptional experiences for schools and students across the nation.

Pam began her career in education in 1994 as a classroom teacher where she developed a deep commitment to supporting students with various needs. From her first year, her heart was drawn to those students whose needs were most critical. She moved into school administration in 1998, later serving as a District Director, where she led initiatives to improve student outcomes and support educators.

Building on that foundation, she transitioned into K–12 education sales, strategy, and partnerships, bringing more than a decade of leadership experience to the field. With a Master of Education from the University of Florida, Pam has held key roles at Just Right Reader, OKIN Educate, Edgenuity (now Imagine Learning), and Fuel Education, where she developed deep expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, and customer engagement. She is passionate about creating opportunities that empower school leaders and ensure students have every chance to thrive.

With a foundation in human-centered design, data-driven product strategy, and technical leadership, Mike guides eLuma’s product vision and technical strategy. At Waterford.org, he modernized development practices—aligning teams, integrating analytics, and driving engagement, outcomes, and revenue.

He led the transformation from a single-purpose product to a scalable platform supporting caregiver engagement, instructional coaching, and thousands of student learning activities—achieving top-tier literacy outcomes through inclusive design and continuous user validation. Prior to Waterford, Mike delivered intuitive, high-impact solutions across healthcare and e-commerce.

Zac Makin brings to eLuma a wealth of expertise in corporate finance, backed by 18 years of industry experience, with a commendable seven years specifically dedicated to education technology. His recent roles include serving as the Vice President of FP&A at Degreed and Senior Director of Finance at the Utah Jazz.

An alumnus of Utah State University, Zac holds an MBA and is a certified CPA and CMA. His passion lies in streamlining operations through process automation, fostering trustworthy relationships, and delving into data analytics to gain insightful business perspectives.

Zac finds joy in spending quality moments with his wife and children. An avid collector of sports memorabilia, he also cherishes the outdoors during his leisure time.

Brandy Samuell, M. Ed., is a seasoned educator with an impressive 32-year career dedicated to public education. Her extensive experience encompasses roles ranging from classroom teacher to assistant superintendent, covering various educational settings, including charter, rural, suburban, urban, and virtual schools. Brandy’s expertise spans general education, special education, mental health support, and school turnaround.

Currently serving as the Director of Mental Health and Related Services at eLuma, Brandy holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in Marketing from Texas Tech University (1989) and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Texas Christian University (2002). Complementing her educational background, Brandy has completed Post-Master’s work in Educational Diagnostics and Educational Leadership from the University of the Southwest. 

Certified in Critical Incident Stress Management, she has successfully managed multiple school-related crises and provided crisis management and response training for school staff and community-based first responders.

While Brandy possesses a broad scope of knowledge and interests, most of her career has been dedicated to supporting students’ emotional and behavioral needs and managing, coaching, and developing staff. 

Beyond her professional commitments, Brandy finds solace in outdoor activities, spending time with her animals, and tending to her yard during her leisure time.

Jen brings over 16 years of invaluable experience in Speech-Language Pathology and leadership to eLuma. Joining the team in 2015, she now spearheads the Clinical Operations team, overseeing both Clinical Services and Technical Support. Jen’s academic background includes a B.A. in English/Journalism with a minor in Family Relationships from Miami University of Ohio, and an M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Case Western Reserve University.

Jen began her SLP career in medical settings before transitioning to school-based services. Her commitment to underserved areas led her to spend several years traveling to remote locations, providing crucial speech-language services to schools in need. Through telepractice, Jen discovered a powerful tool to continue supporting underserved areas while leveraging technology to enhance her practice.

Outside her professional commitments, Jen enjoys reading, gardening, volunteering, and spending quality time with her beagle.

Jill brings three decades of business and education experience to eLuma. A former teacher, she has led Client Success, Support, and Operations teams at organizations such as Stride, Inc. and Move This World, where she drove efficiency, growth, and impact.

She is a passionate advocate for mental health and education, committed to creating collaborative and inclusive environments that achieve meaningful results. Outside of work, Jill enjoys skiing, reading, and spending time with her family.

With a rich background in education-focused marketing, Samuel Balsama is a seasoned leader dedicated to driving growth and engagement. Earning dual degrees in design and marketing, Sam brings a fusion of creative and analytical business acumen to help create effective go-to-market strategies.  

As a marketing leader at eLuma, Sam plays an essential role in shaping the company’s marketing strategy. ​​Focused on delivering impactful marketing campaigns to K-12 school decision-makers, Sam’s expertise is creating compelling narratives that resonate and drive results. 

Before his role at eLuma, Sam made significant contributions in various marketing leadership roles in SaaS, education technology, and consulting. He successfully managed subscription business strategies and optimized marketing funnels for B2C and B2B segments. 

Beyond his professional endeavors, Sam enjoys time with family, exploring trails on his mountain bike, and backpacking the White Mountains of his native New Hampshire.

Tami Grass has 20 years of experience in Software Development, primarily in Ed Tech. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, she has filled roles in Project Management, QA Management, and Product Management. Tami loves identifying problems and implementing solutions to delight users.

She joined eLuma in 2020 and has loved the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the students we serve. Ensuring they can meet their full potential.

In her spare time, you’ll find Tami watching sports of all kinds, enjoying the outdoors, or hanging out with her family.

With two decades of experience in Software Development, predominantly in education technology, Tami Grass brings a wealth of knowledge to the eLuma team. Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, she has excelled in various roles, including Project Management, QA Management, and Product Management. Tami’s passion lies in identifying challenges and implementing solutions to delight users.

Tami relishes the opportunity to positively impact the lives of the students served by the company, ensuring they can reach their full potential.

Tami enjoys watching sports of all kinds, relishing the outdoors, and spending quality time with her family. 

With over a decade of experience in People Operations, Tyler Corwin is a dynamic leader dedicated to fostering exceptional workplace cultures. He specializes in designing and implementing strategies that ensure organizations consistently meet and exceed industry standards in areas such as compensation, benefits, policy development, and regulatory compliance. Known for his meticulous investigative approach and deep sense of empathy, Tyler excels in managing workplace grievances, skillfully balancing the needs of individuals with organizational policies. Driven by a commitment to excellence, he is passionate about building environments where employees and businesses thrive together.

Ryan brings over a decade of expertise in systems management, process improvement, and operational strategy to eLuma with a record of optimizing technology solutions, enhancing workflows, and driving efficiency across diverse industries. A graduate of the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business with a Master’s in Information Systems, Ryan combines technical proficiency with a passion for improving organizational performance. With his strong foundation in systems and operations analysis and cross-functional collaboration, he enjoys leading initiatives to automate processes, refine systems, and deliver innovative solutions that add value to organizations. Passionate about K-12 education, Ryan has a deep connection to the field, his wife is a high school English teacher, and his mother is an elementary school educator. A native of Northern California, he enjoys fly fishing, golf, skiing, and cheering for Bay Area sports teams.