The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation (IPEF) continues to build on its strategy to support programs and curriculum opportunities for the students of District 204. At a recent meeting, the IPEF board of directors approved the addition of three new directors.
Joining the board is Nimish Bhatt, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Calamos Investments. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Calamos Global Funds, PLC – Ireland. Bhatt has served on several boards in the community and offers a diverse range of financial and strategic insights that will be critical to the IPEF's funding strategy.
Kamala Martinez brings a wealth of experience having held a number of not-for-profit board positions, including Vice President for the Executive Board of Directors at Naperville Cable Television 17, President of RRHOA, HACE Board of Trustees, the Art Institutes of Chicago Corporate Committee, and advisor to KidsMatter. Martinez is the Community Relations Manager for RR Donnelley and has actively been involved with area school districts.
Michelle Plummer joins the IPEF after serving for the past two years as President of the Indian Prairie Parents Council. Plummer is recognized throughout District 204 as a leader who has worked for various volunteer organizations in supporting programs in many of the schools. She brings a unique perspective as someone who has worked with students as a former Speech-Language Pathologist and also has experience developing a strong volunteer base to support organizations.
"I am very excited to welcome these three outstanding individuals to the IPEF Board of Directors," said Kent Duncan, IPEF Chairman. "Nimish, Kamala, and Michelle bring years of experience and leadership to the board as we continue our work to support students in District 204."
The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation enhances Indian Prairie School District 204 through supporting programs that help to inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential.
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Joining the board is Nimish Bhatt, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Calamos Investments. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Calamos Global Funds, PLC – Ireland. Bhatt has served on several boards in the community and offers a diverse range of financial and strategic insights that will be critical to the IPEF's funding strategy.
Kamala Martinez brings a wealth of experience having held a number of not-for-profit board positions, including Vice President for the Executive Board of Directors at Naperville Cable Television 17, President of RRHOA, HACE Board of Trustees, the Art Institutes of Chicago Corporate Committee, and advisor to KidsMatter. Martinez is the Community Relations Manager for RR Donnelley and has actively been involved with area school districts.
Michelle Plummer joins the IPEF after serving for the past two years as President of the Indian Prairie Parents Council. Plummer is recognized throughout District 204 as a leader who has worked for various volunteer organizations in supporting programs in many of the schools. She brings a unique perspective as someone who has worked with students as a former Speech-Language Pathologist and also has experience developing a strong volunteer base to support organizations.
"I am very excited to welcome these three outstanding individuals to the IPEF Board of Directors," said Kent Duncan, IPEF Chairman. "Nimish, Kamala, and Michelle bring years of experience and leadership to the board as we continue our work to support students in District 204."
The Indian Prairie Educational Foundation enhances Indian Prairie School District 204 through supporting programs that help to inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential.